Below Average
#454 of 542 schools in ME
Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S
High School · RSU 17/MSAD 17
256 Main Street, Paris, ME 04271
Enrollment
1,019
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,019
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maine schools
#454 of 542
In Paris
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
RSU 17/MSAD 17
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S
High School in Paris · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S
Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S is a public high school in Paris, ME, part of RSU 17/MSAD 17. Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S serves approximately 1,019 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #454 of 542 schools in ME.
Structured state assessment records for Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- ME avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S 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.
45% of students at Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S — Students at Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S score 76% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ME EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ME state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.7/10.
How Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S Compares
See how Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
256 Main Street, Paris, ME 04271
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BRIDGTON ACADEMY (rated 9.3/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby North Bridgton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Poland Regional H S (rated 6.5/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Poland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Buckfield Jr-Sr High School (rated 5.3/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Buckfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Paris, see our Paris schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Guy E Rowe School Norway | 0.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Oxford Hills Middle School Paris | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Paris Elementary School Paris | 2.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Oxford Elementary School Oxford | 5.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Agnes Gray School West Paris | 8.2 mi | 3.5 |
| FORESTDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bryant Pond | 10.4 mi | — |
| Otisfield Community School Otisfield | 11.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Elm Street School-Mechanic Falls Mechanic Falls | 10.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Hebron Station School Hebron | 8.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Poland Regional H S Poland | 11.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Bruce M Whittier Middle School Poland | 11.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Buckfield Jr-Sr High School Buckfield | 10.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Harrison Elementary Harrison | 11.3 mi | 2.1 |
| Waterford Memorial School Waterford | 9.8 mi | 1.8 |
| Poland Community School Poland | 12.1 mi | 5.2 |
| BRIDGTON ACADEMY North Bridgton | 11.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Hartford-Sumner Elementary School Sumner | 12.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Minot Consolidated School Minot | 11.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Woodstock School Bryant Pond | 14.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Crooked River Elementary Casco | 16.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 04271 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S
What grades does Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S serve?
Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S?
Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,019 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S rank in ME?
Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S ranks #454 of 542 schools in ME.
What is Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Hills Comprehensive H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S a charter school?
No, Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S a Title I school?
No, Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S?
45.0% of students at Oxford Hills Comprehensive H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,019
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Oxford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.2%
- Phone
- (207) 743-8914
- 4-Year Graduation
- 81.0%
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District
RSU 17/MSAD 17- District Enrollment
- 3,172
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,949
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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