Serving 270 students in grades 3-5, Livingston Avenue School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Livingston Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Livingston Avenue School's student population of 270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Motto
'Learners Always Succeed'
School Rankings
Livingston Avenue School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Livingston Avenue School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#209 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
11%
Hispanic
19%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
69%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Livingston Avenue School's ranking?
Livingston Avenue School is ranked #209 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Livingston Avenue School often compared to?
Livingston Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Avenue School, Orange Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Livingston Avenue School?
270 students attend Livingston Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Livingston Avenue School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Livingston Avenue School?
Livingston Avenue School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Livingston Avenue School offer ?
Livingston Avenue School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Livingston Avenue School part of?
Livingston Avenue School is part of Cranford Public School District.
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