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Live Oak Middle School

Middle School · Livingston Parish

P.O. Box 470, Watson, LA 70786

Enrollment

697

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#799 of 1,288

In Watson

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#38 of 43

Livingston Parish

Equity

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Live Oak Middle School

5.8/10

Middle School in Watson · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

South Live Oak Elementary School

8.2/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Live Oak Junior High

6.0/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Live Oak Middle School

Live Oak Middle School is a public middle school in Watson, LA, part of Livingston Parish. Live Oak Middle School serves approximately 697 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Live Oak Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #799 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Live Oak Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • LA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.5% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg+8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected+3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,047
Chronic Absenteeism1.9%

Live Oak Middle School — Students at Live Oak Middle School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.5% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 71.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 36 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
39.5%
ELA
55%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Live Oak Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in LA
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
1.9%

Location

P.O. Box 470, Watson, LA 70786

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Live Oak Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Central Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Central), which scores notably higher. Another option is Denham Springs Junior High School (rated 7.6/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Denham Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westside Junior High School (rated 7.3/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Walker), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Watson, see our Watson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
South Live Oak Elementary School Watson 0.1 mi 8.2
Live Oak Junior High Watson 0.6 mi 6.0
Live Oak Elementary School Watson 0.7 mi 6.8
Live Oak High School Watson 1.5 mi 7.2
North Live Oak Elementary School Watson 2.1 mi 8.4
Freshwater Elementary School Denham Springs 4.6 mi 7.9
Bellingrath Hills Elementary School Greenwell Springs 4.6 mi 7.0
Northside Elementary School Denham Springs 4.8 mi 5.4
Denham Springs High School Denham Springs 5.0 mi 5.9
Denham Springs Freshman High School Denham Springs 5.2 mi 5.3
Central High School Baton Rouge 4.6 mi 7.0
Eastside Elementary School Denham Springs 5.2 mi 8.4
Denham Springs Elementary School Denham Springs 5.6 mi 7.4
Denham Springs Junior High School Denham Springs 5.6 mi 7.6
Central Middle School Central 5.5 mi 8.5
Central Intermediate School Central 5.5 mi 7.7
Levi Milton Elementary School Walker 6.0 mi 6.8
LIFE ACADEMY Walker 6.6 mi
ST ALPHONSUS LIGUORI SCHOOL Greenwell Springs 6.5 mi 5.7
Westside Junior High School Walker 6.9 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

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

Population

0

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Carencro Middle School Carencro, LA 5.7
North Vermilion Middle School Maurice, LA 5.9
East Ouachita Middle School Monroe, LA 5.6
Live Oak Junior High Watson, LA 6.0
Riser Middle School West Monroe, LA 6.0
Southside Junior High School Denham Springs, LA 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Live Oak Middle School

What grades does Live Oak Middle School serve?

Live Oak Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Live Oak Middle School?

Live Oak Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 697 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Live Oak Middle School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Live Oak Middle School rank in LA?

Live Oak Middle School ranks #799 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Live Oak Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Live Oak Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Live Oak Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Live Oak Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Live Oak Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

61.8% of students at Live Oak Middle School 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
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
697
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Livingston Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
1.9%

District

Livingston Parish
District Enrollment
27,843
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,047
District Rank
#38 of 43

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