Our School
WELCOME TO ENCINAL Elementary School!
WELCOME TO ENCINAL Elementary School!![]()
WELCOME TO ENCINAL Elementary School!
Encinal School is a TK–8 school located in the rural community of Live Oak, California, and is one of five schools in the Live Oak Unified School District. Serving approximately 120 students, our small-school environment fosters strong relationships, personalized learning, and a commitment to student success. Through schoolwide AVID implementation, rigorous instruction, and a supportive partnership among staff, families, and students, learners develop the skills needed to become respectful, responsible, independent, and organized individuals.
Encinal is proud to be recognized as both a California Distinguished School and an AVID National Demonstration School.

Mission Statement
Mission Statement![]()
Encinal Elementary School, in partnership with families and community, is committed to providing all students with rigorous academic opportunities in a positive, welcoming environment. We are committed to academic excellence through innovative programs and instruction, developing critical thinkers who are confident and self-motivated, fostering a safe and small-school community, and preparing well-rounded students to become contributing members of society.
Vision Statement
Vision Statement![]()
Encouraging and Nurturing Caring Individuals to Navigate Academics and Life Skills
Our Staff is Committed to:
Our Staff is Committed to:![]()
- Academic excellence through innovative programs and instruction
- Developing critical thinkers who are confident and self-motivated
- Fostering a safe and small school community
- Preparing well-round students to become contributing members of society
Encinal Elementary School's Goals
Encinal Elementary School's Goals![]()
- Increase student proficiency in core academic subjects
- Incorporate AVID teaching strategies into the classroom instruction in grades TK-8 to enhance student achievement
- Improve the overall culture of the school to be more conducive to student learning and social emotional development
- Enhance parent and family communication to maximize student achievement and work habits