Serving 615 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, North Live Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Live Oak Elementary School serves the northwest part of Watson, LA, covering an area of approximately 18.9 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Live Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Live Oak Elementary School's student population of 615 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
615 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Live Oak Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Live Oak Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Grey
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Live Oak Elementary School's ranking?
North Live Oak Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are North Live Oak Elementary School often compared to?
North Live Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doyle Elementary School, North Corbin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend North Live Oak Elementary School?
615 students attend North Live Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of North Live Oak Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Live Oak Elementary School?
North Live Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Live Oak Elementary School offer ?
North Live Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Live Oak Elementary School part of?
North Live Oak Elementary School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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