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#648 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 26% in state

Livingston Park

Elementary School · North Brunswick Township School District

1128 LIVINGSTON AVENUE, North Brunswick, NJ 08902

Enrollment

500

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#648 of 2,466

In North Brunswick

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

North Brunswick Township School District

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Livingston Park

7.5/10

Elementary School in North Brunswick · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Livingston Park

Livingston Park is a public elementary school in North Brunswick, NJ, part of North Brunswick Township School District. Livingston Park serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Livingston Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #648 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Livingston Park show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Livingston Park sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+6.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-9.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,750
Chronic Absenteeism22.8%

Livingston Park — Students at Livingston Park score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 51.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
83%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
35.5%
ELA
32.1%
2025
Math
38.8%
ELA
41.3%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Livingston Park Compares

See how Livingston Park performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

Location

1128 LIVINGSTON AVENUE, North Brunswick, NJ 08902

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Livingston Park may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Grove Manor School (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arthur M. Judd (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, A Chester Redshaw School (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby New Brunswick), with a very similar rating. For more schools in North Brunswick, see our North Brunswick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LITTLE SPRING MONTESSORI ACADEMY North Brunswick 0.5 mi
New Brunswick Middle School New Brunswick 0.6 mi 5.9
North Brunswick Township High School North Brunswick 0.9 mi 4.3
Linwood School North Brunswick 0.7 mi 5.0
North Brunswick Twp Early Childhood Center North Brunswick 0.7 mi 5.8
Arthur M. Judd North Brunswick 1.2 mi 7.7
John Adams North Brunswick 0.9 mi 6.2
Mckinley Community School New Brunswick 1.2 mi 6.1
New Brunswick High School New Brunswick 1.2 mi 3.7
Greater Brunswick Charter School New Brunswick 1.1 mi 6.2
Parsons North Brunswick 1.0 mi 6.8
GODDARD SCHOOL NORTH BRUNSWICK North Brunswick 1.3 mi
Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus Somerset 1.8 mi 5.7
Hillcrest School Somerset 2.0 mi 7.0
Livingston Elementary School New Brunswick 1.8 mi 5.5
Blanquita B. Valenti Community School New Brunswick 1.9 mi 4.7
A Chester Redshaw School New Brunswick 1.8 mi 7.5
New Brunswick Adult High School New Brunswick 1.9 mi
Pine Grove Manor School Somerset 2.3 mi 8.6
Paul Robeson Community School for the Arts New Brunswick 1.9 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,671

Median Home Value

$402,400

Median Rent

$2,055/mo

Population

43,146

College Educated

44.9%

Homeownership

58.2%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Livingston Park

What grades does Livingston Park serve?

Livingston Park serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Livingston Park?

Livingston Park has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Livingston Park?

The student-teacher ratio at Livingston Park is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Livingston Park rank in NJ?

Livingston Park ranks #648 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Livingston Park's MySchoolScout rating?

Livingston Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Park?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Livingston Park has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Livingston Park a charter school?

No, Livingston Park is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Livingston Park a Title I school?

No, Livingston Park is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Livingston Park?

52.2% of students at Livingston Park qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

District

North Brunswick Township School District
District Enrollment
5,950
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,750
District Rank
#2 of 8

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