Best Schools in Watson, Louisiana
6 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Watson by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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North Live Oak Elementary School
Elementary · Livingston Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
South Live Oak Elementary School
Elementary · Livingston Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Live Oak High School
High · Livingston Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Watson for 2026 are North Live Oak Elementary School (8.4/10), South Live Oak Elementary School (8.2/10), and Live Oak High School (7.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Watson
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Live Oak Elementary School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | South Live Oak Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Live Oak High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Live Oak Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Live Oak Junior High | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Live Oak Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
50% of schools rated 7+
How Watson compares
Louisiana rank
#30 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Louisiana avg (6.3)
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Watson, Louisiana
Watson, Louisiana is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Watson perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Watson is North Live Oak Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Watson is served by 1 school district: Livingston Parish. These districts collectively serve 27,843 students.
Watson's community shows .
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 642 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 574 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.2 |
| 3 | 576 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.8 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 727 students · 7th–8th | 6.0 |
| 2 | 697 students · 5th–6th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,391 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 |
Schools in Watson
Watson, Louisiana · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Population
0
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Watson, Louisiana
How many schools are in Watson, Louisiana?
Watson has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Watson, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Watson is 7.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Watson, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Watson on MySchoolScout is North Live Oak Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Watson, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Watson on MySchoolScout is North Live Oak Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Watson, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Watson on MySchoolScout is Live Oak Junior High with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Watson, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Watson on MySchoolScout is Live Oak High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Watson, Louisiana?
Watson is served by 1 school district: Livingston Parish.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Watson, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Watson is 16.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Watson, Louisiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.