Serving 673 students in grades 7-8, Oxford Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oxford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oxford Middle School's student population of 673 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oxford Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
7%
4%
Black
38%
47%
White
47%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxford Middle School's ranking?
Oxford Middle School is ranked #103 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Oxford Middle School often compared to?
Oxford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette Middle School, Tupelo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Oxford Middle School?
673 students attend Oxford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Oxford Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oxford Middle School?
Oxford Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oxford Middle School offer ?
Oxford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Oxford Middle School part of?
Oxford Middle School is part of Oxford School District.
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