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Liberty Junior High School

151 Lenox St
New Lenox, IL 60451
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 587 students in grades 7-8, Liberty Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 587 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 50% in IL
  • : 43% (Top 20%)
  • : 28% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Liberty Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Liberty Junior High School's student population of 587 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar

School Rankings

Liberty Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Junior High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#1065 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
43%
27%
28%
30%
56%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
15%
28%
Black
2%
17%
White
79%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.36
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Liberty Junior High School's ranking?
Liberty Junior High School is ranked #1065 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Junior High School?
587 students attend Liberty Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Liberty Junior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Junior High School?
Liberty Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Liberty Junior High School offer ?
Liberty Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Liberty Junior High School part of?
Liberty Junior High School is part of New Lenox SD 122 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 587 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 43% (Top 20%)
  • : 28% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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