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#993 of 1,786 schools in TN
H. Y. Livesay Middle School
Middle School · Claiborne County
475 Hwy 63, Harrogate, TN 37752
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
6.2
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#993 of 1,786
In Harrogate
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 13
Claiborne County
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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H. Y. Livesay Middle School
Middle School in Harrogate · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About H. Y. Livesay Middle School
H. Y. Livesay Middle School is a public middle school in Harrogate, TN, part of Claiborne County.
H. Y. Livesay Middle School serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
H. Y. Livesay Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #993 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for H. Y. Livesay Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
H. Y. Livesay Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
32% of students at H. Y. Livesay Middle 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
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H. Y. Livesay Middle School — Students at H. Y. Livesay Middle School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from TN 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: 6.3/10.
How H. Y. Livesay Middle School Compares
See how H. Y. Livesay Middle 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
475 Hwy 63, Harrogate, TN 37752
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering H. Y. Livesay Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Elydale Middle (rated 9.0/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Ewing), which scores notably higher. Another option is Middlesboro Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Middlesboro), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Soldiers Memorial Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Tazewell), a more accessible option. For more schools in Harrogate, see our Harrogate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumberland Gap | 0.9 mi | — |
| J FRANK WHITE ACADEMY Harrogate | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Cumberland Gap High School Cumberland Gap | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Ellen Myers Primary Harrogate | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| NEW BEGINNING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cumberland Gap | 3.7 mi | — |
| Middlesboro Alternative School Middlesboro | 4.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Middlesboro Group Home School Middlesboro | 4.7 mi | — |
| Forge Ridge School Harrogate | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Middlesboro Elementary School Middlesboro | 5.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Middlesboro Middle School Middlesboro | 6.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Middlesboro High School Middlesboro | 6.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Yellow Creek School Center Middlesboro | 6.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Midway Elementary New Tazewell | 8.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Soldiers Memorial Middle School Tazewell | 8.5 mi | 4.5 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Tazewell | 9.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Claiborne Virtual Learning Academy Tazewell | 8.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Tazewell-New Tazewell Elementary New Tazewell | 9.0 mi | 6.0 |
| The Alpha School New Tazewell | 9.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Powell Valley Elementary Speedwell | 8.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Elydale Middle Ewing | 8.7 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,618
Median Home Value
$163,800
Median Rent
$768/mo
Population
6,160
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brown Intermediate School Sweetwater, TN | 6.3 |
| Rockwood Middle School Rockwood, TN | 6.3 |
| East Nashville Middle Nashville, TN | 6.1 |
| Johnson Co Middle School Mountain City, TN | 6.1 |
| COLLEGEDALE ADVENTIST MIDDLE SCHOOL Collegedale, TN | 6.4 |
| Harriman Middle School Harriman, TN | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about H. Y. Livesay Middle School
What grades does H. Y. Livesay Middle School serve?
H. Y. Livesay Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend H. Y. Livesay Middle School?
H. Y. Livesay Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at H. Y. Livesay Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at H. Y. Livesay Middle School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does H. Y. Livesay Middle School rank in TN?
H. Y. Livesay Middle School ranks #993 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is H. Y. Livesay Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
H. Y. Livesay Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 H. Y. Livesay Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, H. Y. Livesay Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is H. Y. Livesay Middle School a charter school?
No, H. Y. Livesay Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is H. Y. Livesay Middle School a Title I school?
No, H. Y. Livesay Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 261
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Claiborne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (423) 869-4663
Resources & Links
District
Claiborne County- District Enrollment
- 4,061
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,671
- District Rank
- #4 of 13
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