Livingston Junior High School in Livingston, AL serves 387 students from prekindergarten through 8th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of approximately 16 to 1.
Math proficiency is 7%, considerably lower than the Alabama state average of 30% and equal to the district average of 7%, reflecting ongoing challenges in math performance over recent years.
Reading proficiency stands at 18%, which is significantly lower than the state average of 47% and slightly below the district average of 20%, showing a decline from prior years when proficiency rates were above 70%.
Science proficiency ranges between 6% and 9%, much lower than the state average near 38%, despite a reported anomaly in 2022 showing 69%, indicating inconsistent science achievement data.
Enrollment has declined from over 900 students in the early 2000s to 387 students currently, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased substantially to 95%, highlighting significant demographic shifts in this rural Alabama junior high school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Livingston Jr High School serves the northern part of Livingston, AL, covering an area of approximately 268.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.9 miles to the nearest edge and up to 19.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Livingston Junior High School's student population of 216 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Livingston Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Livingston Junior High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1169 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
12%
Black
99%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
7%
Showing 2001–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Livingston Junior High School's ranking?
Livingston Junior High School is ranked #1169 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Livingston Junior High School?
216 students attend Livingston Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Livingston Junior High School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Livingston Junior High School?
Livingston Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Livingston Junior High School offer ?
Livingston Junior High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Livingston Junior High School part of?
Livingston Junior High School is part of Sumter County School District.
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