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#745 of 1,288 schools in LA

Live Oak Junior High

Middle School · Livingston Parish

35086 HWY 16 Spur, Watson, LA 70786

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

727

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.0

Grades

7th – 8th

Enrollment

727

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.0

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#745 of 1,288

In Watson

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#33 of 43

Livingston Parish

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Live Oak Junior High

Live Oak Junior High is a public middle school in Watson, LA, part of Livingston Parish. Live Oak Junior High serves approximately 727 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Live Oak Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #745 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Live Oak Junior High show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district

6.0

This school 6.0 · Average
District avg 6.8
LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data7

Annual Change-3.51 pts/yr

Data Period2017–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics9.6Excellent35%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency94% (2025 LEAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2025 LEAP)

Math vs. State Avg+62.9 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+15.3 pts

Overall Proficiency77% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)

vs. Expected+34.2 pts

Adjusted Percentile93th

Resources & Environment5.9Average25%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1

Per-Pupil Spending$12,047

Chronic Absenteeism1.9%

Live Oak Junior High — Students at Live Oak Junior High score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)

School

State

31.3% (2025 LEAP)

ELA Proficiency 70.4% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)

School

State

44.1% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 21 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2017

Math

68%

ELA

80%

2018

Math

76%

ELA

87%

2019

Math

76%

ELA

87%

2020*

Math

38%

ELA

65%

2021*

Math

38%

ELA

65%

2022

Math

41%

ELA

61%

2025

Math

55.7%

ELA

59%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Live Oak Junior High Compares

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

Overall Score

6.0/10

42th percentile in LA

Academic

9.6/10

Excellent

Growth

2.8/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

5.9/10

Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

64%

Teaching Staff

17:1 student-teacher ratio

44 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

1.9%

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

35086 HWY 16 Spur, Watson, LA 70786

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Live Oak Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Central Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Central), which scores notably higher. Another option is Denham Springs Junior High School (rated 7.6/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Denham Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Live Oak Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Watson, see our Watson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Live Oak Elementary School Watson	0.1 mi	576	6.8
South Live Oak Elementary School Watson	0.6 mi	574	8.2
Live Oak Middle School Watson	0.6 mi	697	5.8
Live Oak High School Watson	1.0 mi	1,391	7.2
North Live Oak Elementary School Watson	1.6 mi	642	8.4
Bellingrath Hills Elementary School Greenwell Springs	4.9 mi	449	7.0
Freshwater Elementary School Denham Springs	5.1 mi	290	7.9
Central High School Baton Rouge	4.6 mi	1,605	7.0
Northside Elementary School Denham Springs	5.4 mi	607	5.4
Denham Springs High School Denham Springs	5.5 mi	1,757	5.9
Denham Springs Freshman High School Denham Springs	5.7 mi	710	5.3
Eastside Elementary School Denham Springs	5.7 mi	469	8.4
Central Middle School Central	5.3 mi	1,086	8.5
Denham Springs Elementary School Denham Springs	6.1 mi	652	7.4
Central Intermediate School Central	5.3 mi	1,057	7.7
Denham Springs Junior High School Denham Springs	6.2 mi	899	7.6
ST ALPHONSUS LIGUORI SCHOOL Greenwell Springs	6.6 mi	335	5.7
Levi Milton Elementary School Walker	6.5 mi	728	6.8
LIFE ACADEMY Walker	7.2 mi	21	—
CENTRAL PRIVATE SCHOOL Baker	6.5 mi	461	6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70786 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Live Oak Junior High

What grades does Live Oak Junior High serve?

Live Oak Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Live Oak Junior High?

Live Oak Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 727 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Live Oak Junior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Live Oak Junior High is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Live Oak Junior High rank in LA?

Live Oak Junior High ranks #745 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Live Oak Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Live Oak Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Junior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Live Oak Junior High has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

Is Live Oak Junior High a charter school?

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

Is Live Oak Junior High a Title I school?

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

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

64.4% of students at Live Oak Junior 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.