Serving 371 students in grades 6-8, Oxford Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Great Oak School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Oxford, CT school district, covering approximately 33.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oxford Middle School's student population of 371 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oxford Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#509 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
4%
12%
White
79%
46%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxford Middle School's ranking?
Oxford Middle School is ranked #509 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Oxford Middle School?
371 students attend Oxford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Oxford Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oxford Middle School?
Oxford Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oxford Middle School offer ?
Oxford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oxford Middle School part of?
Oxford Middle School is part of Oxford School District.
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