Serving 2,081 students in grades 9-12, Livingston High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,081 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Livingston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Livingston High School's student population of 2,081 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 189 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,081 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
189 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Livingston High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Livingston High School is 0.60, 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
#263 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
10%
Hispanic
5%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
53%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Livingston High School's ranking?
Livingston High School is ranked #263 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Livingston High School often compared to?
Livingston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Orange High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Livingston High School?
The graduation rate of Livingston High School is 98%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Livingston High School?
2,081 students attend Livingston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Livingston High School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Livingston High School?
Livingston High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Livingston High School offer ?
Livingston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Livingston High School part of?
Livingston High School is part of Livingston Board Of Education School District.
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