Oxford High School serves 1,265 students in grades 9-12.
Oxford High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Oxford High School's student population of 1,265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oxford High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Oxford High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#273 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
14%
10%
Black
27%
32%
White
56%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #273 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oxford High School?
The graduation rate of Oxford High School is 92%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Oxford High School?
1,265 students attend Oxford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Oxford High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 17:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Oxford High School offer ?
Oxford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oxford High School part of?
Oxford High School is part of Oxford City School District.
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