Oxford High School is a public high school in Oxford, Mississippi. It educates 1,210 students in grades nine through twelve. It is part of the Oxford School District. Its boundary includes almost all of Oxford, the University census-designated place, and some unincorporated areas.
Serving 1,335 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 63% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oxford High School's student population of 1,335 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,335 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1886
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oxford High School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford High School is 0.64, 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
#174 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
34%
45%
White
49%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chargers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxford High School's ranking?
Oxford High School is ranked #174 out of 795 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?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Oxford High School?
1,335 students attend Oxford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Oxford High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 15:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oxford High School part of?
Oxford High School is part of Oxford School District.
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