For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,364 students in Oxford, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Oxford, IN are Benton Central Jr-sr High School and Prairie Crossing Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oxford, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Oxford have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Oxford, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benton Central Jr-sr High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4241 E 300 S
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 884-1600
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 884-1600
Gr: 7-12 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Prairie Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2758 S 400 E
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 884-3000
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 884-3000
Gr: K-6 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Oxford, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
405 N 5th St
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 385-2223
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 385-2223
Gr: K-6 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Oxford, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Oxford, IN include Benton Central Jr-sr High School and Prairie Crossing Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Oxford?
2 public schools are located in Oxford.
What is the racial composition of students in Oxford?
Oxford public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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