Serving 355 students in grades 7-12, Oxbow Union High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oxbow Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Oxbow Union High School's student population of 355 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oxbow Union High School ranks within the top 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxbow Union High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 283 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
97%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxbow Union High School's ranking?
Oxbow Union High School is ranked #113 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oxbow Union High School?
The graduation rate of Oxbow Union High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend Oxbow Union High School?
355 students attend Oxbow Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Oxbow Union High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oxbow Union High School?
Oxbow Union High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oxbow Union High School offer ?
Oxbow Union High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oxbow Union High School part of?
Oxbow Union High School is part of Oxbow Unified Union School District #91.
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