Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Livsey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Livsey Elementary School serves the northern part of Tucker, GA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Livsey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Livsey Elementary School's student population of 383 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Livsey Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Livsey Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#250 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
38%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
17%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
32%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Livsey Elementary School's ranking?
Livsey Elementary School is ranked #250 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Livsey Elementary School often compared to?
Livsey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midvale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Livsey Elementary School?
383 students attend Livsey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Livsey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Livsey Elementary School?
Livsey Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Livsey Elementary School offer ?
Livsey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Livsey Elementary School part of?
Livsey Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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