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Oxford High

High School · Oxford

100 Carbuncle Drive, Oxford, MA 01540

Enrollment

463

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,036 of 1,793

In Oxford

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Oxford

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Oxford High

5.9/10

High School in Oxford · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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About Oxford High

Oxford High is a public high school in Oxford, MA, part of Oxford. Oxford High serves approximately 463 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Oxford High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,036 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Oxford High show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Oxford High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-25.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-22.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
College Readiness6.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation13.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,964
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

Oxford High — Students at Oxford High score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 66 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
33.3%
ELA
42.7%
2019
Math
29.5%
ELA
42.8%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
21.5%
ELA
42%
2023
Math
30%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2025
Math
20%
ELA
32%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Oxford High Compares

See how Oxford High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in MA
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
5.4/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
14
8 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
13.8% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics14sports offered
8 boys'·6 girls'·19 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

100 Carbuncle Drive, Oxford, MA 01540

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oxford High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School (rated 7.8/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Charlton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Auburn Senior High (rated 5.7/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Auburn), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Shepherd Hill Regional High (rated 4.8/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Dudley), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oxford, see our Oxford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Oxford Middle Oxford 0.2 mi 4.3
Clara Barton Oxford 1.0 mi 5.9
Alfred M Chaffee Oxford 2.0 mi 5.2
Auburn Middle Auburn 3.2 mi 5.6
Heritage School Charlton 3.4 mi 3.9
Charlton Middle School Charlton 3.5 mi 4.6
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF AUBURN Auburn 4.8 mi
Bryn Mawr Auburn 4.9 mi 4.5
Swanson Road Intermediate School Auburn 5.1 mi 4.6
Auburn Senior High Auburn 5.2 mi 5.7
Dudley Elementary Dudley 5.6 mi 5.4
Park Avenue Elementary Webster 5.8 mi 6.5
Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School Charlton 4.4 mi 7.8
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Webster 6.1 mi 4.3
Dudley Middle School Dudley 6.1 mi 4.1
Webster Middle School Webster 6.4 mi 4.7
Bartlett High School Webster 6.5 mi 4.6
Shepherd Hill Regional High Dudley 6.2 mi 4.8
Mason Road School Dudley 6.5 mi 5.2
Heard Street Worcester 6.7 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,389

Median Home Value

$346,000

Median Rent

$1,135/mo

Population

11,521

College Educated

26.8%

Homeownership

83.6%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oxford High

What grades does Oxford High serve?

Oxford High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Oxford High?

Oxford High has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oxford High?

The student-teacher ratio at Oxford High is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oxford High rank in MA?

Oxford High ranks #1,036 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Oxford High's MySchoolScout rating?

Oxford High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Oxford High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oxford High has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Oxford High a charter school?

No, Oxford High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Oxford High a Title I school?

No, Oxford High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Oxford
District Enrollment
1,493
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,964
District Rank
#2 of 4

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