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Live Oak Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 550 students

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Posted Thursday, May 16, 2013

Live Oak Elementary is a fantastic school largely due to the fact that it has several seasoned teachers who have been there for awhile and a very involved and child-focused principal in the form of Mrs. Morris. My daughter has enjoyed each school year and has grown tremendously in the four years she has been at LOE. The culture is great. The school has a fantastic deaf-ed program as well.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 24, 2012

Our family has had a wonderful experience at this school. They encourage family involvement, teachers are great, and the PTA team is awesome! I love the school, our neighborhood, and am very happy we have chosen this area to live.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 24, 2011

The teachers work collaboratively to increase student achievement, teachers are equitable and deeply love children. Great school!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted December 4, 2010

"We had a year of experience at Live Oak Elementary School. Unfortunately, We were not satisfied about this school and had to transfer our child to a better school. According to our experience, there was very little discipline in this school. We had a terrible experience with a faculty and a parent at Live Oak Elementary School. Things told us that Live Oak is not the right school for our child. No parents would like to see their kids learn the bad behaviors from school; however, the worst thing is educators does not take the responsibility to correct the wrong behavior while they are on duty."
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 19, 2009

This school is wonderful! They have teachers that really care about their jobs and the students! They have a wonderful relationship with the parents and the community. I don't think another school has a day as fun as they do for the Indian Games! They really inspire, nurture, and encourage learning in an exciting environment. I couldn't possibly ask for my son to attend a school better than Live Oak!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 29, 2009

I'm very satisfied with my son's teacher who teaches 1st grade, Ms. Carol. She takes individual care and attention to each and every kid. She tries her best to make every kid to keep up with others and the standards. The organization and planning is awesome especially the activities and programs like stage shows, book fairs, games etc they conduct are very professional. I strongly recommend Live Oak and hope to live in the same community until my second son finishes his elementary education from this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 24, 2008

Live Oak is one of the best schools in the area. The events always keep children happy and they have many education service for hearing impaired kids and the whole place is just family-friendly and fun.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 1, 2005

Live Oak is a wonderful school! my daughter was challenged by a wonderful teacher who helped her excel at reading and math. she's in the 1st grade and reads on a fifth grade level. she loved going to live oak, this school is the only round rock school to offer classes to hearing impaired children who come from miles away to attend school. my daughter has learned to sign as well as the basics that are taught. the parent involvement in this school is outstanding and they make learning fun. i never had a problem getting my daughter ready for school, she was always anxious and excited to go. i highly recommend Live Oak Elementary to anyone who is looking for a wonderful extraordinary school!
—Submitted by LODIE CONTRERAS, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.

78 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

78 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
93%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.

58 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

59 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
83%

2008

 
 
92%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

57 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
98%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

98 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
97%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

98 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

97 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
92%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students96%
Female100%
Male94%
Black or African American89%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special educationn/a
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English96%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students97%
Female97%
Male98%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged97%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Special educationn/a
Not special education99%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English97%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant97%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students93%
Female93%
Male93%
Black or African American80%
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged90%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special educationn/a
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English93%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students90%
Female96%
Male84%
Black or African American80%
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged90%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Special educationn/a
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English89%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Writing

All Students91%
Female93%
Male90%
Black or African American80%
Asiann/a
Hispanic90%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged83%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students89%
Female87%
Male91%
Black or African American69%
Asiann/a
Hispanic90%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged83%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special education83%
Not special education89%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant89%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students93%
Female96%
Male89%
Black or African American94%
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education67%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English93%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students84%
Female88%
Male79%
Black or African American67%
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White84%
Economically disadvantaged75%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education43%
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English84%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant84%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Exemplary".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Exemplary".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 56% 34%
Hispanic 25% 48%
Black 14% 14%
Asian/Pacific Islander 5% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 17%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 3%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 6%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 30%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 10N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 6%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 23%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 23%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 25%N/A23%
21 or more years 23%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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8607 Anderson Mill Rd
Austin, TX 78729
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Phone: (512) 428-3800

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