Serving 1,242 students in grades 9-12, Oxford High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oxford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Oxford High School's student population of 1,242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,242 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oxford High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#662 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxford High School's ranking?
Oxford High School is ranked #662 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Oxford High School often compared to?
Oxford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anniston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oxford High School?
The graduation rate of Oxford High School is 96%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Oxford High School?
1,242 students attend Oxford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Oxford High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oxford High School?
Oxford High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oxford High School offer ?
Oxford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oxford High School part of?
Oxford High School is part of Oxford City School District.
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