Serving 833 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Live Oak Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 833 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Live Oak Elementary School serves the western part of Albany, GA, covering an area of approximately 81.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Live Oak Elementary School's student population of 833 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
833 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Vision: The Dougherty County School System is a destination school system that, in partnership with families and community partners, provides quality educational and social development experiences that empower its graduates to be successful and impactful
School Rankings
Live Oak Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Live Oak Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1820 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
92%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Live Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Live Oak Elementary School is ranked #1820 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Live Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Live Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Park Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Live Oak Elementary School?
833 students attend Live Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Live Oak Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Live Oak Elementary School?
Live Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Live Oak Elementary School offer ?
Live Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Live Oak Elementary School part of?
Live Oak Elementary School is part of Dougherty County School District.
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