Best Schools in Live Oak, Texas
2 schools · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Live Oak by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Judson Early College Academy
High · Judson ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Great Hearts Live Oak
Other · Great Hearts Texas. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$203,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$203,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Live Oak schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Live Oak
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Judson Early College Academy | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Great Hearts Live Oak | 5.3 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $73,729
- Median home value
- $203,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Live Oak compares
Median household income
$74k
99% of Texas median
About Schools in Live Oak, Texas
Live Oak, Texas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Live Oak show moderate performance 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 Live Oak is Judson Early College Academy with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Live Oak is served by 2 school districts: GREAT HEARTS TEXAS, JUDSON ISD. These districts collectively serve 35,867 students.
Live Oak's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,729. The poverty rate in the area is 11.4%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 428 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,067 students · Kindergarten–10th | 5.3 |
Schools in Live Oak
Live Oak, Texas · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,729
Median Home Value
$203,300
Median Rent
$1,456/mo
Population
47,659
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Community Profile
Live Oak has a median household income of $73,729. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $203,300, with a median rent of $1,456/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Texas
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Texas
Top metros statewide by school count.
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 Live Oak, Texas
How many schools are in Live Oak, Texas?
Live Oak has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Live Oak, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Live Oak is 6.7 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 Live Oak, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Live Oak on MySchoolScout is Judson Early College Academy with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Live Oak, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Live Oak on MySchoolScout is Judson Early College Academy with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Live Oak, Texas?
Live Oak is served by 2 school districts: Great Hearts Texas, Judson ISD.
What is the education level in Live Oak, Texas?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Live Oak have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Live Oak, Texas?
The median household income in Live Oak is approximately $73,729 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Live Oak, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Live Oak is 20.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Live Oak, Texas?
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, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.