Serving 586 students in grades 7-8, Oxford Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oxford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Oxford Middle School's student population of 586 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oxford Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford Middle 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
#355 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
17%
11%
Black
30%
32%
White
47%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Oxford Middle School is ranked #355 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Oxford Middle School?
586 students attend Oxford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Oxford Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oxford Middle School?
Oxford Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oxford Middle School offer ?
Oxford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Oxford Middle School part of?
Oxford Middle School is part of Oxford City School District.
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