Best Schools in Livingston, Alabama
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Livingston by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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York West End Junior High School
Elementary · Sumter County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
University Charter School Secondary
High · University Charter School. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
University Charter School Elementary
Elementary · University Charter School. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Livingston for 2026 are York West End Junior High School (8.2/10), University Charter School Secondary (6.3/10), and University Charter School Elementary (4.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$154,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$154,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Livingston
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | York West End Junior High School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | University Charter School Secondary | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | University Charter School Elementary | 4.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Livingston Junior High School | 4.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $40,042
- Median home value
- $154,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Livingston compares
Alabama rank
#125 of 179
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Alabama avg (6.3)
Median household income
$40k
67% of Alabama median
Schools in this city
4
Livingston's public schools split across 2 districts
No single ISD owns Livingston. The public campuses divide among 2 districts.
The largest shares: Sumter County (2), University Charter School (2).
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.2 to 8.2 — the spread is inside Livingston, not a citywide average.
- Sumter County2 public · 50%
- University Charter School2 public · 50%
About Schools in Livingston, Alabama
Livingston, Alabama is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Livingston show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Livingston is York West End Junior High School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Livingston is served by 2 school districts: University Charter School, Sumter County. These districts collectively serve 1,675 students.
Livingston's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $40,042. The poverty rate in the area is 20.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 241 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 379 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
| 3 | 387 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 320 students · 6th–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Livingston
Livingston, Alabama · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$40,042
Median Home Value
$154,200
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
4,909
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
20.0%
Community Profile
Livingston has a median household income of $40,042. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $154,200, with a median rent of $933/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Alabama
- Elementary
- 3
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Livingston, Alabama
How many schools are in Livingston, Alabama?
Livingston has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Livingston, Alabama?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Livingston is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Livingston, Alabama?
The top-ranked school in Livingston on MySchoolScout is York West End Junior High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Livingston, Alabama?
The top-ranked elementary school in Livingston on MySchoolScout is York West End Junior High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best high school in Livingston, Alabama?
The top-ranked high school in Livingston on MySchoolScout is University Charter School Secondary with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Livingston, Alabama?
Livingston is served by 2 school districts: University Charter School, Sumter County.
What is the education level in Livingston, Alabama?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Livingston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Livingston, Alabama?
The median household income in Livingston is approximately $40,042 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Livingston, Alabama?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Livingston is 20.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Livingston, Alabama?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Alabama Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.