Serving 2,081 students in grades 9-12, Livingston High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,081 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Livingston High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Livingston, NJ, encompassing approximately 14.1 square miles. Most areas within the zone are a typical 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Livingston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Livingston High School's student population of 2,081 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 187 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,081 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
187 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Rankings
Livingston High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Livingston High School is 0.62, 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
#275 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
38%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green, Forest Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Livingston High School's ranking?
Livingston High School is ranked #275 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Livingston High School often compared to?
Livingston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millburn High School, West Orange High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Livingston High School?
The graduation rate of Livingston High School is 98%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Livingston High School?
2,081 students attend Livingston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Livingston High School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Livingston High School?
Livingston High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Livingston High School offer ?
Livingston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Livingston High School part of?
Livingston High School is part of Livingston Board Of Education School District.
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