Summary:
University Charter School Secondary is the sole high school in the University Charter School district, serving grades 6 through 12 in Livingston, AL, with a total enrollment of 309 students. This public charter school stands out for its strong English Language Arts performance, a notably high graduation rate, and low chronic absenteeism, though it faces significant challenges in mathematics, particularly in the middle grades.
For parents, the most encouraging news is the school’s overall climate and literacy outcomes. The graduation rate of 94.5% exceeds the state average of 91.5%, and chronic absenteeism is just 8.8% compared to 12.0% statewide—both signs of a supportive, engaging environment. Academically, English is a clear strength: 11th graders hit 44.9% proficiency (state: 33.73%), and 8th graders reached 64.58%. Science is also a bright spot, with 8th-grade proficiency jumping from 36.36% to 60.42% in one year, far outpacing state growth. The school’s state ranking has improved steadily, moving from the 59th percentile in 2023-2024 to the 68th percentile in 2025-2026.
However, math is a critical area of concern. Proficiency rates are well below state averages across most grades: only 14.29% of 11th graders are proficient (state: 27.21%), and 7th-grade math drops to 14.89% after a strong 45.28% showing in 6th grade. This same 7th-grade dip appears in English, suggesting a challenging transition year. With 47.57% of students economically disadvantaged and a 22:1 student-teacher ratio, the school has clear strengths to build on—especially in literacy and science—but targeted math intervention, particularly in 7th grade, could yield significant gains.
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