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#124 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 7% of private schools

Live Oak School

Elementary School

1555 MARIPOSA ST, San Francisco, CA 94107

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 114 schools in San Francisco. Learn more

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

6.1:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In San Francisco

#9 of 74

public schools

California elementary schools

#68 of 1,102

About Live Oak School

LIVE OAK SCHOOL serves 420 students in kindergarten through eighth grade in San Francisco's Potrero Hill neighborhood. This regular public elementary school stands out with an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 6.1 to 1, supported by 69 full-time equivalent teachers who provide personalized attention in small class settings. The school has earned impressive recognition, ranking 88th out of 1,790 elementary schools statewide and placing in the 95th percentile for California.

With a MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10, LIVE OAK SCHOOL demonstrates strong academic performance that reflects the commitment of both its educational staff and school community. Located at 1555 Mariposa Street, the school serves families in an affluent area where 75% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding 94107 ZIP code features a median household income of $176,788 and median home values of $1.28 million, with a relatively low poverty rate of 8.0% among the area's 30,340 residents.

LIVE OAK SCHOOL operates in San Francisco's dynamic urban environment, providing students with access to the cultural and educational opportunities that come with being situated in one of California's most vibrant large cities.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 6.1:1, Live Oak School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Live Oak School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$8,399
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$8,460
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.01x — Stable
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
7%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$1.6M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 420 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Live Oak School compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
This School
vs
21.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
420
This School
vs
363
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.8
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 49.5% vs 0%
Asian 13.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 5% vs 0%
Black 4% vs 0%
Live Oak School San Francisco Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Live Oak School (this school) 7.8
S.F. International High 5.4
Webster (Daniel) Elementary 9.0
King (Thomas Starr) Elementary 9.3
Mission Preparatory 4.1
Bryant Elementary 3.2
Moscone (George R.) Elementary 5.5
Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC 3.5
Chavez (Cesar) Elementary 5.5
S.F. County Opportunity (Hilltop) 7.5
Marshall Elementary 3.9
Flynn (Leonard R.) Elementary 8.3
Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 5.7
Thomas Edison Charter Academy 4.5
Everett Middle 3.9
Tenderloin Community 6.0
Sanchez Elementary 7.6
S.F. County Civic Center Secondary 7.5
Muir (John) Elementary 8.8
Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle 8.4
Revere (Paul) Elementary 4.8

Showing 20 of 102 schools. View all schools in San Francisco

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 66%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 420
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 49.5%
Two or More 26.9%
Asian 13.6%
Hispanic 5.0%
Black 4.0%
Pacific Islander 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1555 MARIPOSA ST, San Francisco, CA 94107

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Live Oak School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. King (Thomas Starr) Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Webster (Daniel) Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Moscone (George R.) Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
S.F. International High San Francisco 0.1 mi 5.4
Bertrand D Hsu American & Chinese Bicultural Academy San Francisco 0.2 mi
Webster (Daniel) Elementary San Francisco 0.3 mi 9.0
Downtown High San Francisco 0.3 mi 5.4
King (Thomas Starr) Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi 9.3
Red Bridge San Francisco 0.6 mi
RED BRIDGE San Francisco 0.7 mi
RED BRIDGE San Francisco 0.7 mi
The Dahlia School of San Francisco Elementary San Francisco 0.8 mi
Mission Preparatory San Francisco 0.8 mi 4.1
Bryant Elementary San Francisco 0.9 mi 3.2
Five Keys Charter (SF Sheriff's) San Francisco 1.0 mi 5.6
Five Keys Independence HS (SF Sheriff's) San Francisco 1.0 mi 5.5
Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC San Francisco 1.0 mi 3.5
MEADOWS-LIVINGSTONE SCHOOL San Francisco 1.0 mi
Moscone (George R.) Elementary San Francisco 0.9 mi 5.5
Meadows-livingstone school San Francisco 1.0 mi
O'Connell (John) High San Francisco 0.9 mi 6.6
St. Peter's School San Francisco 1.0 mi
ST PETER'S SCHOOL San Francisco 1.0 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$186,123

Median Home Value

$1,227,000

Median Rent

$3,378/mo

Population

30,190

College Educated

77%

Homeownership

36.5%

Avg Commute

31.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

35.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Live Oak School has a median household income of $186,123. It is a well-educated community where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,227,000, with a median rent of $3,378/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
A. L. Conner Elementary Orange Cove, CA 7.8
Academy for Enriched Sciences Encino, CA 7.8
Anaheim Hills Elementary Anaheim, CA 7.8
Bellevue Elementary Santa Rosa, CA 7.8
Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View, CA 7.8
Bradley Elementary San Bernardino, CA 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Live Oak School

What grades does Live Oak School serve?

Live Oak School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Live Oak School?

Live Oak School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Live Oak School is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Live Oak School rank in CA?

Live Oak School is ranked #124 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Live Oak School's MySchoolScout rating?

Live Oak School has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Live Oak School a private school?

Yes, Live Oak School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Live Oak School a religious school?

No, Live Oak School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
72 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
81 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,559/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Francisco). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
420
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
69
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
SAN FRANCISCO
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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