Livingston Junior High School

Livingston Junior High School is a regular public elementary school located in the remote rural area of Livingston, Alabama, in Sumter County. The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade, with an enrollment of 387 students. The student-teacher ratio is 18.4:1, with 21 full-time equivalent teachers.

Livingston Junior High School’s MySchoolScout rating is 2.8 out of 10, and it ranks 1295th out of 1360 schools in Alabama, placing it in the 5th percentile statewide. The school's academic score is 1.7 out of 10, with only 18% of students proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 2% proficient or above in Math. While these figures indicate room for academic growth, the school is likely focusing on student development and providing support where needed.

Livingston Junior High School is situated in a neighborhood with a median household income of $27,441 and a poverty rate of 34%. The median home value is $144,200, and the population in the ZIP code is 5,045. About 34% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, reflecting a mix of educational backgrounds in the area.

The school is an integral part of the community, offering support and resources to students in this rural setting.

While current test scores at Livingston Junior High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Livingston Junior High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.