Serving 667 students in grades 7-8, Oxford Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oxford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oxford Middle School's student population of 667 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oxford Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford Middle School is 0.65, 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
#256 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
11%
7%
Black
33%
45%
White
48%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxford Middle School's ranking?
Oxford Middle School is ranked #256 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Oxford Middle School often compared to?
Oxford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette Middle School, Tupelo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Oxford Middle School?
667 students attend Oxford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Oxford Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oxford Middle School?
Oxford Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oxford Middle School offer ?
Oxford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oxford Middle School part of?
Oxford Middle School is part of Oxford School District.
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