For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,489 students in 70786, LA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70786, LA are North Live Oak Elementary School, South Live Oak Elementary School and Live Oak Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 70786 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Louisiana public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 70786, LA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Louisiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary school average of 59% (majority Black).
Best 70786, LA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Live Oak Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
36605 Outback Road
Watson, LA 70786
(225) 667-3135
Watson, LA 70786
(225) 667-3135
Gr: PK-4 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
South Live Oak Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8400 Cecil Drive
Watson, LA 70786
(225) 667-9330
Watson, LA 70786
(225) 667-9330
Gr: PK-4 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Live Oak Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35194 Old Hwy 16
Watson, LA 70786
(225) 665-6702
Watson, LA 70786
(225) 665-6702
Gr: PK-4 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Live Oak Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8444 Cecil Drive
Watson, LA 70786
(225) 664-3211
Watson, LA 70786
(225) 664-3211
Gr: 5-6 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 70786, LA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 70786, LA include North Live Oak Elementary School, South Live Oak Elementary School and Live Oak Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 70786?
4 public elementary schools are located in 70786.
What is the racial composition of students in 70786?
70786 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Louisiana public elementary schools average of 59% (majority Black).
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