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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

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Livingston

#6 of 6

public schools

Texas high schools

#1,409 of 1,699

In district

#6 of 6

LIVINGSTON ISD

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Livingston H S

Livingston High School serves 1,148 students in grades 9-12 in the remote town of Livingston, Texas. With 68 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.9:1, providing reasonable class sizes for this sizable high school. The school currently ranks #7206 out of 8598 Texas high schools with a MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10, indicating significant room for academic growth.

As a regular public school, Livingston High School serves as the primary secondary education option for families in this Polk County community. The surrounding area reflects a working-class community, with a median household income of $59,245 and median home values around $161,900. About 15 percent of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate stands at 15.9 percent.

The ZIP code area encompasses a population of 34,676 residents. Located in Polk County, the school operates within a close-knit community where many families have deep local roots. Livingston High School continues to work toward improving academic outcomes while serving students from diverse economic backgrounds in this rural East Texas setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics7.0Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35%
Reading/ELA Proficiency46%
Overall Proficiency41%
Expected (poverty-adj.)42%
vs. Expected-1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
College Readiness2.4Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation4.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.7Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,158

Livingston H S — Students at Livingston H S score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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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 EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 37.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
46%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Livingston H S Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
30th percentile in TX
Academic
7.0/10
7.0/10
Growth
8.9/10
Above average
Environment
3.7/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers

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. ONALASKA JR/SR HIGH (rated 7.9/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Onalaska), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLDSPRING-OAKHURST H S (rated 6.5/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Coldspring), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GOODRICH H S (rated 6.3/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Goodrich), which scores slightly 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 6.4
TIMBER CREEK EL Livingston 1.6 mi 8.5
CEDAR GROVE EL Livingston 1.8 mi 8.0
LIVINGSTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Livingston 1.9 mi 6.1
LIVINGSTON J H Livingston 2.2 mi 6.6
CREEKSIDE EL Livingston 3.1 mi 5.7
GOODRICH EL Goodrich 8.0 mi 6.8
GOODRICH H S Goodrich 8.0 mi 6.3
GOODRICH MIDDLE Goodrich 8.0 mi 7.8
EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Livingston 6.9 mi 5.1
LEGGETT EL Leggett 9.0 mi 5.3
LEGGETT H S Leggett 9.0 mi 5.4
ONALASKA EL Onalaska 10.7 mi 7.3
ONALASKA JR/SR HIGH Onalaska 11.7 mi 7.9
COLDSPRING INT Coldspring 13.3 mi 6.1
STREET EL Coldspring 13.5 mi 5.8
LINCOLN J H Coldspring 13.2 mi 5.3
COLDSPRING-OAKHURST H S Coldspring 14.0 mi 6.5
SHEPHERD PRI Shepherd 15.4 mi 4.2

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Livingston H S has a median household income of $62,710. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $163,500, with a median rent of $1,057/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.2%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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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 is ranked #5998 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Livingston H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Livingston H S has a composite rating of 5.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Livingston H S?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Livingston H S has 37.0% math proficiency and 44.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,772/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Livingston). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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