Serving 1,498 students in grades 9-12, Oxon Hill High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oxon Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oxon Hill High School's student population of 1,498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oxon Hill High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxon Hill High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#111 out of 1343 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
34%
21%
Black
54%
33%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxon Hill High School's ranking?
Oxon Hill High School is ranked #111 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oxon Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Oxon Hill High School is 84%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Oxon Hill High School?
1,498 students attend Oxon Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Oxon Hill High School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oxon Hill High School?
Oxon Hill High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oxon Hill High School offer ?
Oxon Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oxon Hill High School part of?
Oxon Hill High School is part of Prince George''s County Public Schools School District.
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