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Live Oak Elementary

Elementary School · Fontana Unified

9522 Live Oak Ave., Fontana, CA 92335

Enrollment

441

Student-Teacher

20:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,730 of 9,539

In Fontana

#35 of 55

public schools

In district

#28 of 44

Fontana Unified

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Live Oak Elementary

5.3/10

Elementary School in Fontana · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sequoia Middle

7.5/10

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7.6/10

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About Live Oak Elementary

Live Oak Elementary is a public elementary school in Fontana, CA, part of Fontana Unified. Live Oak Elementary serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Live Oak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,730 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Live Oak Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Live Oak Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,021
Chronic Absenteeism41.5%

Live Oak Elementary — Students at Live Oak Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 27.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
54%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
14.3%
ELA
27.5%
2024
Math
19.1%
ELA
35.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.

How Live Oak Elementary Compares

See how Live Oak Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in CA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

9522 Live Oak Ave., Fontana, CA 92335

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Live Oak Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beech Avenue Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Heritage Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Redwood Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fontana, see our Fontana schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Sequoia Middle Fontana 0.3 mi 7.5
Beech Avenue Elementary Fontana 0.7 mi 7.6
Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon Oro Grande 0.9 mi 6.0
West Randall Elementary Fontana 1.0 mi 4.0
Redwood Elementary Fontana 1.2 mi 6.6
Poplar Elementary Fontana 1.2 mi 6.4
Citrus Elementary Fontana 1.5 mi 5.4
Fontana High Fontana 1.6 mi 8.1
Almond Elementary Fontana 1.9 mi 3.7
Harry S. Truman Middle Fontana 1.7 mi 5.4
Henry J. Kaiser High Fontana 2.1 mi 8.2
Hemlock Elementary Fontana 2.4 mi 5.8
Date Elementary Fontana 2.0 mi 6.1
East Heritage Elementary Fontana 2.4 mi 7.1
Oleander Elementary Fontana 2.1 mi 4.3
Scholarshine Montessori Fontana 2.2 mi
MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Fontana 2.2 mi
St. Joseph's Academy Fontana 2.4 mi
Jurupa Hills High Fontana 2.3 mi 9.1
Cypress Elementary Fontana 2.2 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,198

Median Home Value

$433,600

Median Rent

$1,636/mo

Population

95,295

College Educated

9.7%

Homeownership

47.7%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

31.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Live Oak Elementary

What grades does Live Oak Elementary serve?

Live Oak Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Live Oak Elementary?

Live Oak Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Live Oak Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Live Oak Elementary is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Live Oak Elementary rank in CA?

Live Oak Elementary ranks #6,730 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Live Oak Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Live Oak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Live Oak Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Live Oak Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Live Oak Elementary a charter school?

No, Live Oak Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Live Oak Elementary a Title I school?

No, Live Oak Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Live Oak Elementary?

93.2% of students at Live Oak Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
San Bernardino County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.5%

District

Fontana Unified
District Enrollment
33,205
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,021
District Rank
#28 of 44

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