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Best Oxford Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,670 students in Oxford, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 211 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Oxford, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Oxford, MI are Clear Lake Elementary School, Kingsbury Country Day School and Oxford Crossroads Day School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oxford, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Oxford have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Oxford, MI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clear Lake Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2085 W Drahner Rd
Oxford, MI 48371
(248) 969-5200
Gr: K-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Kingsbury Country Day School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5000 Hosner Rd
Oxford, MI 48370
(248) 628-2571
Gr: PK-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Oxford Crossroads Day School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
810 James Hunt Dr
Oxford, MI 48371
(248) 969-1812
Gr: 6-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Oxford Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1420 E Lakeville Rd
Oxford, MI 48371
(248) 969-1800
Gr: 6-8 | 938 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Oxford Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
109 Pontiac St
Oxford, MI 48371
(248) 969-5075
Gr: 3-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #66.
Oxford High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
745 N Oxford Rd
Oxford, MI 48371
(248) 969-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,568 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #77.
Lakeville Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1400 E Lakeville Rd
Oxford, MI 48371
(248) 969-1850
Gr: K-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #88.
Oxford Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
775 W Drahner Rd
Oxford, MI 48371
(248) 969-5021
Gr: K-12 | 1,249 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #99.
Oxford Bridges High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1420 E Lakeville Rd
Oxford, MI 48371
(248) 969-1884
Gr: 9-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Daniel Axford Elementary School
74 Mechanic St
Oxford, MI 48371
(248) 969-5048
Gr: PK-2 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Oxford, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Oxford, MI include Clear Lake Elementary School, Kingsbury Country Day School and Oxford Crossroads Day School.
How many public schools are located in Oxford?
10 public schools are located in Oxford.
What percentage of students in Oxford go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Oxford are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Oxford?
Oxford public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Oxford are often viewed compared to one another?

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