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#1765 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Livingston Elementary School
Elementary School · New Brunswick School District
206 DELAVAN STREET, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,765 of 2,466
In New Brunswick
#8 of 12
public schools
In district
#7 of 11
New Brunswick School District
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About Livingston Elementary School
Livingston Elementary School is a public elementary school in New Brunswick, NJ, part of New Brunswick School District. Livingston Elementary School serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Livingston Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,765 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Livingston Elementary School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Livingston Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Livingston Elementary School — Students at Livingston Elementary School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.9/10.
How Livingston Elementary School Compares
See how Livingston Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
206 DELAVAN STREET, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Livingston Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Grove Manor School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores notably higher. Another option is A Chester Redshaw School (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Livingston Park (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby North Brunswick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Brunswick, see our New Brunswick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| A Chester Redshaw School New Brunswick | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| New Brunswick Adult High School New Brunswick | 0.3 mi | — |
| Blanquita B. Valenti Community School New Brunswick | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Paul Robeson Community School for the Arts New Brunswick | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School New Brunswick | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Lord Stirling Elementary School New Brunswick | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Greater Brunswick Charter School New Brunswick | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Parsons North Brunswick | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School New Brunswick | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Linwood School North Brunswick | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| North Brunswick Twp Early Childhood Center North Brunswick | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Mckinley Community School New Brunswick | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| New Brunswick Middle School New Brunswick | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Pine Grove Manor School Somerset | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Livingston Park North Brunswick | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Highland Park | 1.7 mi | — |
| Bartle Elementary School Highland Park | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Highland Park High School Highland Park | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Highland Park Middle School Highland Park | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| New Brunswick High School New Brunswick | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,248
Median Home Value
$316,800
Median Rent
$1,790/mo
Population
56,766
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
21.8%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
24.1
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|---|---|
| Garfield Elementary School Kearny, NJ | 5.5 |
| Glenview Avenue Haddon Heights, NJ | 5.5 |
| James Johnson Elementary School Cherry Hill, NJ | 5.5 |
| Lafayette - Pershing Carneys Point, NJ | 5.5 |
| Lafayette Elementary School Wayne, NJ | 5.5 |
| Lawnside School District Lawnside, NJ | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Livingston Elementary School
What grades does Livingston Elementary School serve?
Livingston Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Livingston Elementary School?
Livingston Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Livingston Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Livingston Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Livingston Elementary School rank in NJ?
Livingston Elementary School ranks #1,765 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Livingston Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Livingston Elementary 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Livingston Elementary School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Livingston Elementary School a charter school?
No, Livingston Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Livingston Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Livingston Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Livingston Elementary School?
65.9% of students at Livingston Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 346
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.6%
- Phone
- (732) 745-5300
Resources & Links
District
New Brunswick School District- District Enrollment
- 9,443
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,323
- District Rank
- #7 of 11
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