For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,695 students in 70786, LA.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 70786 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Louisiana public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 70786, LA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Louisiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschool average of 61% (majority Black).
Best 70786, LA Public Preschools (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 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 70786, LA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 70786, LA include North Live Oak Elementary School, South Live Oak Elementary School and Live Oak Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 70786?
3 public preschools are located in 70786.
What is the racial composition of students in 70786?
70786 public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Louisiana public preschools average of 61% (majority Black).
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