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#2940 of 3,441 schools in OH

Livingston Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

825 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH 43205

Enrollment

306

Student-Teacher

20.4:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,940 of 3,441

In Columbus

#141 of 224

public schools

In district

#65 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

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Livingston Elementary School

4.4/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Livingston Elementary School

Livingston Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Livingston Elementary School serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Livingston Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,940 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Livingston Elementary School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

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.

Livingston Elementary School runs 20.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

78% of students at Livingston Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-33.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism78.1%

Livingston Elementary School — Students at Livingston Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
26%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
25%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
9.9%
ELA
17.1%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Livingston Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in OH
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
78.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

825 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH 43205

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Livingston Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST VINCENT FAMILY CENTER (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Park Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Capital Collegiate Preparatory Academy (rated 6.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Ohio Avenue Elementary School Columbus 0.4 mi 4.0
South High School Columbus 0.7 mi 4.5
South Columbus Preparatory Academy at German Village Columbus 0.6 mi 2.0
Siebert Elementary School Columbus 0.7 mi 5.3
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Columbus 0.8 mi 6.1
Capital Collegiate Preparatory Academy Columbus 0.8 mi 6.2
AKILI CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 0.9 mi 7.2
CRISTO REY COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL Columbus 1.0 mi 7.5
Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls Columbus 1.0 mi 4.6
Special Education Center Columbus 1.0 mi 5.8
A+ Arts Academy Columbus 1.2 mi 3.6
ST VINCENT FAMILY CENTER Columbus 1.1 mi 6.8
ST MARY SCHOOL Columbus 1.0 mi 6.2
Columbus Downtown High School Columbus 1.0 mi 4.4
Lincoln Park Elementary School Columbus 1.4 mi 6.6
Stewart Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.2 mi 4.7
Moler Elementary School Columbus 1.4 mi 3.3
Focus Learning Academy of Southwestern Columbus Columbus 1.4 mi 2.7
Champion Middle School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.7
Early College Academy Columbus 1.3 mi 2.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,214

Median Home Value

$290,800

Median Rent

$1,050/mo

Population

12,400

College Educated

41.5%

Homeownership

37%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

25%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Livingston Elementary School

What grades does Livingston Elementary School serve?

Livingston Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Livingston Elementary School?

Livingston Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Livingston Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Livingston Elementary School is 20.4:1. 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 OH?

Livingston Elementary School ranks #2,940 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Livingston Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Livingston Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
72 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
78.1%

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