Serving 237 students in grades 5-8, Livingston Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Livingston Middle School serves the entire district of Livingston, TN, covering approximately 434.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 20.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Livingston Middle School's student population of 237 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
17 teachers
School Motto
To provide positive, appropriate learning opportunities for each student regardless of social, cultural, economic or intellectual status.
School Rankings
Livingston Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Livingston Middle School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#893 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
n/a
20%
White
94%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Livingston Middle School's ranking?
Livingston Middle School is ranked #893 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Livingston Middle School often compared to?
Livingston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rickman Elementary School, Allons Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Livingston Middle School?
237 students attend Livingston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Livingston Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Livingston Middle School offer ?
Livingston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Livingston Middle School part of?
Livingston Middle School is part of Overton County School District.
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