For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 278 students in Oxford, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 18 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Oxford, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in Oxford, IA is Clear Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oxford, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Oxford have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Oxford, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clear Creek Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
230 W Wilson
Oxford, IA 52322
(319) 828-4505
Oxford, IA 52322
(319) 828-4505
Gr: PK-4 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Oxford, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Oxford, IA include Clear Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Oxford?
1 public schools are located in Oxford.
What percentage of students in Oxford go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Oxford are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Oxford?
Oxford public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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