Excellent
#1634 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
Live Oak Elementary
Elementary School · San Ramon Valley Unified
5151 Sherwood Way, San Ramon, CA 94582
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,634 of 9,539
In San Ramon
#11 of 19
public schools
In district
#16 of 35
San Ramon Valley Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Live Oak Elementary
Elementary School in San Ramon · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Live Oak Elementary
Live Oak Elementary is a public elementary school in San Ramon, CA, part of San Ramon Valley Unified. Live Oak Elementary serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Live Oak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,634 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Live Oak Elementary show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Live Oak Elementary runs 21:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Live Oak Elementary — Students at Live Oak Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Live Oak Elementary Compares
See how Live Oak Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5151 Sherwood Way, San Ramon, CA 94582
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Live Oak Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Creekside Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Danville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bella Vista Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Coyote Creek Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Ramon, see our San Ramon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hidden Hills Elementary San Ramon | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Windemere Ranch Middle San Ramon | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Del Amigo High (Continuation) San Ramon | 1.1 mi | — |
| Venture (Alternative) San Ramon | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Dougherty Valley High San Ramon | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Quail Run Elementary San Ramon | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Gale Ranch Middle San Ramon | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Bella Vista Elementary San Ramon | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| The Quarry Lane School Dublin | 2.2 mi | — |
| THE QUARRY LANE SCHOOL Dublin | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Coyote Creek Elementary San Ramon | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Creekside Elementary Danville | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Walt Disney Elementary San Ramon | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| James Dougherty Elementary Dublin | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Diablo Vista Middle Danville | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Dublin High Dublin | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Valley High (Continuation) Dublin | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| SPRINGFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dublin | 3.0 mi | — |
| John Green Elementary Dublin | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Eleanor Murray Fallon Dublin | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94582 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$211,159
Median Home Value
$1,543,800
Median Rent
$2,880/mo
Population
47,182
College Educated
77.1%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
38.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
41.4
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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 5th.
How many students attend Live Oak Elementary?
Live Oak Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Live Oak Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Live Oak Elementary is 21:1. 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 #1,634 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Live Oak Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Live Oak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% 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?
8.1% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.7%
- Phone
- (925) 803-3100
Resources & Links
District
San Ramon Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,235
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,372
- District Rank
- #16 of 35
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