Serving 801 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Oxford Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oxford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Oxford Elementary School's student population of 801 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oxford Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#232 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
28%
32%
White
48%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxford Elementary School's ranking?
Oxford Elementary School is ranked #232 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Oxford Elementary School?
801 students attend Oxford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Oxford Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oxford Elementary School?
Oxford Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oxford Elementary School offer ?
Oxford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oxford Elementary School part of?
Oxford Elementary School is part of Oxford City School District.
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