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#1741 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Livingston Avenue School
Elementary School · Cranford Public School District
75 LIVINGSTON AVENUE, Cranford, NJ 07016
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.5
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.5
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,741 of 2,466
In Cranford
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Cranford Public School District
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Elementary School in Cranford · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Livingston Avenue School
Livingston Avenue School is a public elementary school in Cranford, NJ, part of Cranford Public School District. Livingston Avenue School serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Livingston Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,741 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Livingston Avenue School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Livingston Avenue School — Students at Livingston Avenue School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.
How Livingston Avenue School Compares
See how Livingston Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
75 LIVINGSTON AVENUE, Cranford, NJ 07016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Livingston Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley Road School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Clark), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillside Avenue School (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winfield Township (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Winfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cranford, see our Cranford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Walnut Avenue School Cranford | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Hillside Avenue School Cranford | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Cranford | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #1517 Clark | 1.1 mi | — |
| Cranford High School Cranford | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Cranford | 1.1 mi | — |
| Lincoln Garwood | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Clark Preschool Annex Clark | 1.4 mi | — |
| JARDINE ACADEMY Cranford | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Brookside Place School Cranford | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Westfield | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MOTHER SETON REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Clark | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Arthur L. Johnson High School Clark | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Valley Road School Clark | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| CORNERSTONE DAY SCHOOL Cranford | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Winfield Township Winfield | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| FEATHERBED LANE SCHOOL OF CLARK Clark | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Westlake Westfield | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Lamberts Mill Academy Westfield | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Hillcrest Academy-South Westfield | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,629
Median Home Value
$635,800
Median Rent
$2,116/mo
Population
23,841
College Educated
64.8%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
42.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Livingston Avenue School
What grades does Livingston Avenue School serve?
Livingston Avenue School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Livingston Avenue School?
Livingston Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Livingston Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Livingston Avenue School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Livingston Avenue School rank in NJ?
Livingston Avenue School ranks #1,741 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Livingston Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Livingston Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Livingston Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Livingston Avenue School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Livingston Avenue School a charter school?
No, Livingston Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Livingston Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Livingston Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Livingston Avenue School?
1.2% of students at Livingston Avenue School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.2%
- Phone
- (908) 709-6248
Resources & Links
District
Cranford Public School District- District Enrollment
- 3,768
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,003
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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