Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, South 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 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South Live Oak Elementary School serves the northwest part of Watson, LA, encompassing an area of approximately 6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South 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
South Live Oak Elementary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
South 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 South 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
#172 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
9%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
79%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Live Oak Elementary School's ranking?
South Live Oak Elementary School is ranked #172 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are South Live Oak Elementary School often compared to?
South Live Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Live Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend South Live Oak Elementary School?
509 students attend South Live Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of South Live Oak Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Live Oak Elementary School?
South Live Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Live Oak Elementary School offer ?
South Live Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Live Oak Elementary School part of?
South Live Oak Elementary School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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