Serving 1,405 students in grades 9-12, Live Oak High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Live Oak High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Live Oak High School's student population of 1,405 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Live Oak High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Live Oak High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#162 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
7%
41%
White
86%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Live Oak High School's ranking?
Live Oak High School is ranked #162 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Live Oak High School often compared to?
Live Oak High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Denham Springs High School, Walker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Live Oak High School?
The graduation rate of Live Oak High School is 98%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Live Oak High School?
1,405 students attend Live Oak High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Live Oak High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Live Oak High School?
Live Oak High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Live Oak High School offer ?
Live Oak High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Live Oak High School part of?
Live Oak High School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/16/2014
This school was a saving grace for me when I transferred there in 1997. So much to do, friendly atmosphere, wonderful staff and my grades improved dramatically. Hail Live Oak High, Geaux Eagles!
5 8/20/2012
Great teachers and office staff
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