Very Good
#428 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 24% of private schools
The Oxbow School
High School
530 THIRD ST, Napa, CA 94559
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
11th – 12th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
11th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#428 of 1,787
In Napa
#1 of 9
public schools
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The Oxbow School
High School in Napa · grades 11th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Oxbow School
The Oxbow School is a private high school in Napa, CA. The Oxbow School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 11th-12th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Oxbow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #428 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, The Oxbow School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 3.8:1 students to teachers, The Oxbow School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Oxbow School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Oxbow School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Napa, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Oxbow School (this school) | 7.1 |
| New Technology High | 6.1 |
| Napa High | 5.1 |
| Napa County Juvenile Hall/Court | — |
| Napa Valley Independent Studies | 6.1 |
| Valley Oak High | 5.0 |
| Napa County Community | 6.1 |
| Vintage High | 6.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
530 THIRD ST, Napa, CA 94559
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Oxbow School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. New Technology High (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Napa High (rated 5.1/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Valley Oak High (rated 5.0/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Napa, see our Napa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alta Heights Elementary Napa | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BLUE OAK SCHOOL Napa | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| New Technology High Napa | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Shearer Elementary Napa | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| New Beginnings Napa | 1.1 mi | — |
| Silverado Middle Napa | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| HOPPER CREEK MONTESSORI Napa | 1.0 mi | — |
| Kolbe Academy Napa | 1.1 mi | — |
| McPherson Elementary Napa | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Phillips Elementary Napa | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Napa Christian Campus of Education Napa | 1.3 mi | — |
| NAPA CHRISTIAN CAMPUS OF EDUCATION Napa | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Napa High Napa | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Napa County Juvenile Hall/Court Napa | 1.4 mi | — |
| Napa Valley Language Academy Napa | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Valley Oak High Napa | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Napa Valley Independent Studies Napa | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Napa County Community Napa | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Napa | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Stone Bridge Napa | 1.8 mi | 2.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94559 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,559
Median Home Value
$877,100
Median Rent
$2,044/mo
Population
27,828
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
39.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hanford Community Day Hanford, CA | 7.1 |
| SIERRA UPPER SCHOOL OF SACRAMENT0 Sacramento, CA | 7.1 |
| Valley Oaks High (Alternative) Petaluma, CA | 7.1 |
| Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center Temple City, CA | 7.0 |
| THE DISCOVERY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Aliso Viejo, CA | 7.0 |
| BANYAN TREE FOUNDATIONS ACADEMY San Diego, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Oxbow School
What grades does The Oxbow School serve?
The Oxbow School serves students in grades 11th through 12th.
How many students attend The Oxbow School?
The Oxbow School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Oxbow School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Oxbow School is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Oxbow School rank in CA?
The Oxbow School ranks #428 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is The Oxbow School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Oxbow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Oxbow School a private school?
Yes, The Oxbow School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Oxbow School a religious school?
No, The Oxbow School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 11th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 20% M / 80% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Napa County
- Phone
- (707) 255-6000
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