Very Good
#2748 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 29% in state
Live Oak High
High School · Live Oak Unified
2351 Pennington Rd., Live Oak, CA 95953
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,748 of 9,539
In Live Oak
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Live Oak Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Live Oak High
High School in Live Oak · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Live Oak High
Live Oak High is a public high school in Live Oak, CA, part of Live Oak Unified. Live Oak High serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Live Oak High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,748 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Live Oak High show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Live Oak High — Students at Live Oak High score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.5%
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Live Oak High Compares
See how Live Oak High 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
2351 Pennington Rd., Live Oak, CA 95953
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Live Oak High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gridley High (rated 8.0/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Gridley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Albert Powell Continuation (rated 6.5/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Yuba City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Live Oak, see our Live Oak schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Oak Continuation High Live Oak | 0.1 mi | — |
| Live Oak Alternative Live Oak | 0.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Live Oak Middle Live Oak | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Luther Elementary Live Oak | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Encinal Elementary Live Oak | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Manzanita Elementary Gridley | 4.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Wilson Elementary Gridley | 6.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Sutter Peak Charter Academy Sacramento | 6.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Nuestro Elementary Live Oak | 6.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Gridley High Gridley | 6.4 mi | 8.0 |
| McKinley Elementary Gridley | 6.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Sycamore Middle Gridley | 6.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Esperanza High (Continuation) Gridley | 6.4 mi | — |
| FEATHER RIVER ADVENTIST SCHOOL Oroville | 7.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Feather River Adventist Oroville | 7.8 mi | — |
| Twin Rivers Charter Yuba City | 8.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Butte Vista Elementary Yuba City | 8.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Albert Powell Continuation Yuba City | 8.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Tierra Buena Elementary Yuba City | 8.6 mi | 8.5 |
| April Lane Elementary Yuba City | 8.6 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95953 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,614
Median Home Value
$335,900
Median Rent
$793/mo
Population
10,945
College Educated
14.1%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
37.8
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| Condor High Oxnard, CA | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Live Oak High
What grades does Live Oak High serve?
Live Oak High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Live Oak High?
Live Oak High has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Live Oak High?
The student-teacher ratio at Live Oak High is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Live Oak High rank in CA?
Live Oak High ranks #2,748 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Live Oak High's MySchoolScout rating?
Live Oak High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Live Oak High has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Live Oak High a charter school?
No, Live Oak High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Live Oak High a Title I school?
No, Live Oak High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Live Oak High?
69.5% of students at Live Oak High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 591
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Sutter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (530) 695-5415
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Live Oak Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,026
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,186
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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