Serving 1,271 students in grades 9-12, Oxford High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Oxford High School's student population of 1,271 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Oxford High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford High School is 0.66, 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
#662 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
19%
11%
Black
28%
32%
White
48%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxford High School's ranking?
Oxford High School is ranked #662 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Oxford High School often compared to?
Oxford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anniston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oxford High School?
The graduation rate of Oxford High School is 96%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Oxford High School?
1,271 students attend Oxford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Oxford High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% 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 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
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 City School District.
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