6.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Livingston, Texas

9 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 7

Private: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.0/10

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Elementary · Livingston ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Livingston for 2026 are Cedar Grove EL (8.2/10), Creekside EL (7.4/10), and Timber Creek EL (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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.

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

Timber Creek EL

STAAR proficiency rose +7.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Livingston schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Livingston

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Cedar Grove EL	8.2 / 10	Elementary	—	86th
2	Creekside EL	7.4 / 10	Elementary	—	70th
3	Timber Creek EL	7.3 / 10	Elementary	—	68th
4	Livingston Montessori School	6.1 / 10	Elementary	—	39th
5	Livingston J H	5.7 / 10	Middle	—	37th
6	Eastside Christian School	5.1 / 10	Other	—	17th
7	Livingston H S	5.0 / 10	High	—	25th
8	Pine Ridge Pri	3.4 / 10	Elementary	—	6th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.0/10
Median household income: $62,710
Median home value: $163,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 15%
Avg commute: 31 min
Owner-occupied homes: 78%

How Livingston compares

Texas rank

#434 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.2

below Texas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$63k

84% of Texas median

Schools in this city

8

About Schools in Livingston, Texas

Livingston, Texas is home to 9 schools, including 7 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Livingston show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Livingston is Cedar Grove EL with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Livingston is served by 1 school district: LIVINGSTON ISD. These districts collectively serve 4,052 students.

Livingston's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,710. The poverty rate in the area is 18.2%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (9) Elementary (5) Middle (1) High (2)

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Filter by ZIP: 77351 (9)

Elementary Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Cedar Grove EL 530 students · 1st–5th	530	1st–5th	8.2
2	Creekside EL 516 students · 1st–5th	516	1st–5th	7.4
3	Timber Creek EL 528 students · 1st–5th	528	1st–5th	7.3
4	Pine Ridge Pri 437 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	437	Pre-K–Kindergarten	3.4
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Livingston Montessori School Private 42 students · Pre-K–5th	42	Pre-K–5th	6.1

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Livingston J H 880 students · 6th–8th	880	6th–8th	5.7

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Livingston H S 1,148 students · 9th–12th	1,148	9th–12th	5.0
2	Livingston H S Academy 13 students · 10th–12th	13	10th–12th	—

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Eastside Christian School Private 36 students · Pre-K–12th	36	Pre-K–12th	5.1

Schools in Livingston

Livingston, Texas · 9 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$62,710

Median Home Value

$163,500

Median Rent

$1,057/mo

Population

35,828

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Community Profile

Livingston has a median household income of $62,710. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $163,500, with a median rent of $1,057/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.2%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Texas
Elementary: 5
Middle: 1
High: 2
Other: 1

Resources

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School District

LIVINGSTON ISD

7 schools · 4,052 students

Nearby Cities

Coldspring (4 schools)

15 mi

Corrigan (3 schools)

20 mi

Dallardsville (1 school)

19 mi

Cleveland (11 schools)

Splendora (5 schools)

36 mi

New Caney (1 school)

38 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Livingston, Texas

How many schools are in Livingston, Texas?

Livingston has 9 schools, including 7 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Livingston, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Livingston is 6.0 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, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Livingston on MySchoolScout is Cedar Grove EL with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Livingston, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Livingston on MySchoolScout is Cedar Grove EL with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Livingston, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Livingston on MySchoolScout is Livingston J H with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best high school in Livingston, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Livingston on MySchoolScout is Livingston H S with a composite score of 5.0/10.

How many school districts serve Livingston, Texas?

Livingston is served by 1 school district: Livingston ISD.

What is the education level in Livingston, Texas?

According to Census data, 15% of adults in Livingston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Livingston, Texas?

The median household income in Livingston is approximately $62,710 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Livingston, Texas?

Yes, Livingston has 2 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Livingston Montessori School with a score of 6.1/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Livingston, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Livingston is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Livingston, Texas?

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.