Serving 603 students in grades 9-12, Live Oak High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Live Oak High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Live Oak, CA, covering approximately 94.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 15.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Live Oak High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Live Oak High School's student population of 603 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
603 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Live Oak High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Live Oak High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4035 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
13%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
61%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
22%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Live Oak High School's ranking?
Live Oak High School is ranked #4035 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Live Oak High School?
The graduation rate of Live Oak High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Live Oak High School?
603 students attend Live Oak High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Live Oak High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Live Oak High School?
Live Oak High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Live Oak High School offer ?
Live Oak High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Live Oak High School part of?
Live Oak High School is part of Live Oak Unified School District.
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