Serving 362 students in grades 6-12, Liberty Alternative ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Alternative ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Liberty Alternative's student population of 362 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Liberty Alternative ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Alternative is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8636 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Alternative's ranking?
Liberty Alternative is ranked #8636 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberty Alternative?
The graduation rate of Liberty Alternative is 70-74%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Liberty Alternative?
362 students attend Liberty Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Liberty Alternative students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Alternative?
Liberty Alternative has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Liberty Alternative offer ?
Liberty Alternative offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Liberty Alternative part of?
Liberty Alternative is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Liberty Alternative located?
Liberty Alternative is located in the Tatra neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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