Summary:
The University Charter School district in Livingston, Alabama, serves approximately 716 students across two schools—University Charter School Elementary (grades PK-5) and University Charter School Secondary (grades 6-12)—and ranks in the 65th percentile among Alabama districts with a 3-star rating.
For parents, the standout story here is the secondary school's success. University Charter School Secondary boasts a 94.5% graduation rate, well above the state average, and has climbed 32 spots in state rankings over three years. Its 11th grade English proficiency (44.9%) and 8th grade science (60.4%) significantly outpace state averages. Meanwhile, University Charter School Elementary shows strong early literacy, with 3rd grade English at 73.7% proficiency and 5th grade English at 74%, both exceeding state benchmarks. However, math is a clear weakness across both schools—particularly in 7th grade (14.9% proficiency) and 11th grade (14.3%)—while 4th grade English at the elementary school dropped a startling 25.9 points year-over-year, a trend worth monitoring.
Encouragingly, chronic absenteeism is remarkably low (7-9% vs. 12% statewide) despite nearly half of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch, suggesting strong family engagement. The elementary school's high student-teacher ratio (31.3:1) may contribute to math struggles, while the secondary school's improving trajectory shows resilience. Overall, this district excels in literacy and graduation outcomes but faces persistent math challenges that intensify in upper grades—a critical area for intervention and support.
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