Liberty High School vs Paterson P-TECH High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 22 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Liberty High School
Jersey City · Public high · Grades 9–12
193 students
Paterson P-TECH High School
Paterson · Public high · Grades 9–12
193 students
| Measure | Liberty High School Jersey City, New Jersey | Paterson P-TECH High School Paterson, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #134 of 357 | #303 of 357 |
| National rank | #5043 of 16,910 | #14328 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 193 | 193 |
| Enrollment | 193 | 193 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.9% | 54.4% |
| Students per teacher | 7.7 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 2.5% |
| city | Jersey City | Paterson |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Liberty High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.0 vs 25.3).
- •Liberty High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 2.5%).
- •Liberty High School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 27%).
- •Paterson P-TECH High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.4% vs 68.9%).
- •Liberty High School does better on students per teacher (7.7 vs 12.1).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Liberty High School better than Paterson P-TECH High School?
On the Success Index (US), Liberty High School ranks higher (63.0 vs 25.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Liberty High School and Paterson P-TECH High School?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Jersey City and Paterson in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Liberty High School: 193. Paterson P-TECH High School: 193. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Liberty High School and Paterson P-TECH High School rank in New Jersey?
Liberty High School is 134th of 357 and Paterson P-TECH High School is 303rd of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).