Serving 257 students in grades 5-8, Livingston Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Livingston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Livingston Middle School's student population of 257 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Livingston Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Livingston Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1036 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
95%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Livingston Middle School's ranking?
Livingston Middle School is ranked #1036 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Livingston Middle School often compared to?
Livingston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rickman Elementary School, Allons Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Livingston Middle School?
257 students attend Livingston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Livingston Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Livingston Middle School?
Livingston Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Livingston Middle School offer ?
Livingston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Livingston Middle School part of?
Livingston Middle School is part of Overton County School District.
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