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Livingston H S

High School · LIVINGSTON ISD

P O BOX 1297, Livingston, TX 77351

Enrollment

1,148

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,424 of 8,552

In Livingston

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

LIVINGSTON ISD

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5.0/10

High School in Livingston · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Livingston H S

Livingston H S is a public high school in Livingston, TX, part of LIVINGSTON ISD. Livingston H S serves approximately 1,148 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Livingston H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,424 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Livingston H S show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below TX schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Livingston H S 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-12.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College Readiness4.8Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate91%
AP Participation4.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,767
Chronic Absenteeism14.7%

Livingston H S — Students at Livingston H S score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 57.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
74%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
46%
2024
Math
36%
ELA
39%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Livingston H S Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in TX
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
24
12 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
4.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
12 boys'·12 girls'·48 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

P O BOX 1297, Livingston, TX 77351

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Livingston H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GOODRICH H S (rated 8.1/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Goodrich), which scores notably higher. Another option is ONALASKA JR/SR HIGH (rated 7.9/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Onalaska), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEGGETT H S (rated 7.3/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Leggett), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Livingston, see our Livingston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.4 mi
School Distance Rating
LIVINGSTON H S ACADEMY Livingston 0.0 mi
PINE RIDGE PRI Livingston 1.5 mi 3.4
TIMBER CREEK EL Livingston 1.6 mi 7.3
CEDAR GROVE EL Livingston 1.8 mi 8.2
LIVINGSTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Livingston 1.9 mi 6.1
LIVINGSTON J H Livingston 2.2 mi 5.7
CREEKSIDE EL Livingston 3.1 mi 7.4
GOODRICH EL Goodrich 8.0 mi 4.0
GOODRICH H S Goodrich 8.0 mi 8.1
GOODRICH MIDDLE Goodrich 8.0 mi 5.2
EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Livingston 6.9 mi 5.1
LEGGETT EL Leggett 9.0 mi 4.8
LEGGETT H S Leggett 9.0 mi 7.3
ONALASKA EL Onalaska 10.7 mi 7.5
ONALASKA JR/SR HIGH Onalaska 11.7 mi 7.9
COLDSPRING INT Coldspring 13.3 mi 4.5
STREET EL Coldspring 13.5 mi 5.2
LINCOLN J H Coldspring 13.2 mi 4.3
COLDSPRING-OAKHURST H S Coldspring 14.0 mi 5.3
SHEPHERD PRI Shepherd 15.4 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77351 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,710

Median Home Value

$163,500

Median Rent

$1,057/mo

Population

35,828

College Educated

15.1%

Homeownership

78.1%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

44.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Livingston H S

What grades does Livingston H S serve?

Livingston H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Livingston H S?

Livingston H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,148 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Livingston H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Livingston H S is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Livingston H S rank in TX?

Livingston H S ranks #6,424 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Livingston H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Livingston H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Livingston H S has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Livingston H S a charter school?

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

Is Livingston H S a Title I school?

No, Livingston H S is not currently a Title I school.

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

56.5% of students at Livingston H S 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,148
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Polk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.7%
4-Year Graduation
91.0%

District

LIVINGSTON ISD
District Enrollment
4,052
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,767
District Rank
#5 of 6

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