Serving 1,346 students in grades 9-12, Oxford High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oxford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oxford High School's student population of 1,346 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oxford High School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford High School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#170 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
35%
47%
White
53%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxford High School's ranking?
Oxford High School is ranked #170 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Oxford High School often compared to?
Oxford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oxford High School?
The graduation rate of Oxford High School is 87%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Oxford High School?
1,346 students attend Oxford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Oxford High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% 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 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
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 School District.
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