Serving 1,039 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Oxford Virtual Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oxford Virtual Academy's student population of 1,039 students has grown by 93% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,039 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oxford Virtual Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford Virtual Academy is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1531 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
80%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxford Virtual Academy's ranking?
Oxford Virtual Academy is ranked #1531 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oxford Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Oxford Virtual Academy is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Oxford Virtual Academy?
1,039 students attend Oxford Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Oxford Virtual Academy students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oxford Virtual Academy?
Oxford Virtual Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oxford Virtual Academy offer ?
Oxford Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oxford Virtual Academy part of?
Oxford Virtual Academy is part of Oxford Community Schools School District.
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