Serving 1,089 students in grades 9-12, Oxford Area High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,089 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oxford Area High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 81.5 square miles in and around Oxford, PA. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oxford Area High School's student population of 1,089 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,089 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1869
School Rankings
Oxford Area High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford Area High School is 0.56, which is less 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
#1981 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
2%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxford Area High School's ranking?
Oxford Area High School is ranked #1981 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Oxford Area High School often compared to?
Oxford Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avon Grove High School, Kennett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oxford Area High School?
The graduation rate of Oxford Area High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Oxford Area High School?
1,089 students attend Oxford Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Oxford Area High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oxford Area High School?
Oxford Area High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oxford Area High School offer ?
Oxford Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oxford Area High School part of?
Oxford Area High School is part of Oxford Area School District.
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