- Governor Livingston High School, a Berkeley Heights public high school in Union County NJ, enrolled 920 students in grades 9-12 for 2023 with a stable student-teacher ratio of 11:1 over recent years.
- Math proficiency stood at 44% in 2023, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38% but substantially below the Berkeley Heights district average of 68%.
- Reading proficiency declined to 48% in 2022, slightly lower than the state average of 49% and well below the district average of 69%.
- Science proficiency was 46% in 2022, significantly higher than the state average of 23% and slightly above the district average of 45%, maintaining a top 20% ranking statewide.
- The school's graduation rate was 94% in 2023, exceeding the New Jersey state average of 85% and matching the district rate, though overall ranking declined from #21 in 2011 to #1050 in 2023.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Governor Livingston High School's attendance zone covers the entire Berkeley Heights school district, encompassing an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Governor Livingston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Governor Livingston High School's student population of 849 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
849 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Rankings
Governor Livingston High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Governor Livingston High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1050 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red, Navy Blue, Scarlet
School Mascot
Hank The Highlander
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Governor Livingston High School's ranking?
Governor Livingston High School is ranked #1050 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Governor Livingston High School often compared to?
Governor Livingston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Providence High School, Summit High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Governor Livingston High School?
The graduation rate of Governor Livingston High School is 94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Governor Livingston High School?
849 students attend Governor Livingston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Governor Livingston High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% 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 Governor Livingston High School?
Governor Livingston High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Governor Livingston High School offer ?
Governor Livingston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Governor Livingston High School part of?
Governor Livingston High School is part of Berkeley Heights School District.
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