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#6035 of 8,552 schools in TX
Live Oak EL
Elementary School · ROUND ROCK ISD
8607 ANDERSON MILL RD, Austin, TX 78729
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,035 of 8,552
In Austin
#142 of 241
public schools
In district
#44 of 55
ROUND ROCK ISD
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Live Oak EL
Live Oak EL is a public elementary school in Austin, TX, part of ROUND ROCK ISD. Live Oak EL serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Live Oak EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,035 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Live Oak EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Live Oak EL sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Live Oak EL — Students at Live Oak EL score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.4/10.
How Live Oak EL Compares
See how Live Oak EL 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
8607 ANDERSON MILL RD, Austin, TX 78729
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Live Oak EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAUREL MOUNTAIN EL (rated 9.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPICEWOOD EL (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KATHY CARAWAY EL (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOY PARK MONTESSORI EDUCATION CHILDREN'S HOUSE Austin | 0.1 mi | — |
| DEERPARK MIDDLE Austin | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| POND SPRINGS EL Austin | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| CASA DE NINOS BILINGUAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin | 1.2 mi | — |
| FOREST NORTH EL Austin | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| JOLLYVILLE EL Austin | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF ENDEAVOR AUSTIN Austin | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| WESTWOOD H S Austin | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| CANYON VISTA MIDDLE Austin | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| KATHY CARAWAY EL Austin | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| SPICEWOOD EL Austin | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| SHINING STARS MONTESSORI LLC Austin | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ANDERSON MILL EL Austin | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| HOPE CHILDREN'S CENTER Austin | 2.2 mi | — |
| NOEL GRISHAM MIDDLE Austin | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ST DOMINIC SAVIO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Austin | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| MCNEIL H S Austin | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| LAUREL MOUNTAIN EL Austin | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
| ABACUS SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78729 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,589
Median Home Value
$434,500
Median Rent
$1,613/mo
Population
30,440
College Educated
61.2%
Homeownership
38.9%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
35.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Live Oak EL
What grades does Live Oak EL serve?
Live Oak EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Live Oak EL?
Live Oak EL has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Live Oak EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Live Oak EL is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Live Oak EL rank in TX?
Live Oak EL ranks #6,035 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Live Oak EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Live Oak EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Live Oak EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Live Oak EL a charter school?
No, Live Oak EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Live Oak EL a Title I school?
No, Live Oak EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Live Oak EL?
42.5% of students at Live Oak EL 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Williamson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.2%
- Phone
- (512) 428-3800
Resources & Links
District
ROUND ROCK ISD- District Enrollment
- 46,197
- Schools in District
- 60
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,955
- District Rank
- #44 of 55
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