Serving 479 students in grades 7-8, Oxford Hills Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oxford Hills Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Paris, ME, encompassing approximately 311.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.8 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest point at 15.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oxford Hills Middle School's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
School Rankings
Oxford Hills Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford Hills Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#491 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
49%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
84%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2020)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2005–2025 (no data for 2008, 2009 and 2010)
Black
1%
5%
White
93%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1994–2025
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2012–2025
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1995–2025 (no data for 1996 and 1998)
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1993–2025 (no data for 2012)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2024. Show full history, 1999–2024 (no data for 2012)
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxford Hills Middle School's ranking?
Oxford Hills Middle School is ranked #491 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Oxford Hills Middle School often compared to?
Oxford Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Telstar Middle School, Buckfield Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Oxford Hills Middle School?
479 students attend Oxford Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Oxford Hills Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oxford Hills Middle School?
Oxford Hills Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oxford Hills Middle School offer ?
Oxford Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oxford Hills Middle School part of?
Oxford Hills Middle School is part of RSU 17/MSAD 17 School District.
In what neighborhood is Oxford Hills Middle School located?
Oxford Hills Middle School is located in the South Paris neighborhood of Paris, ME. There are 2 other public schools located in South Paris.
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