Oxford Area High School is the only secondary school in the Oxford Area School District. It is in Oxford in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. The first high school in Oxford was established in 1869 and the latest building was opened in 2005. The student body consists of about 1,200 students.
Serving 1,102 students in grades 9-12, Oxford Area High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,102 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oxford Area High School's student population of 1,102 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1869
Colors
White, Maroon
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Oxford Area High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford Area High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1981 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
33%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
60%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxford Area High School's ranking?
Oxford Area High School is ranked #1981 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Oxford Area High School often compared to?
Oxford Area High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avon Grove High School, Kennett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oxford Area High School?
The graduation rate of Oxford Area High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Oxford Area High School?
1,102 students attend Oxford Area High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Oxford Area High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oxford Area High School?
Oxford Area High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oxford Area High School offer ?
Oxford Area High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oxford Area High School part of?
Oxford Area High School is part of Oxford Area School District.
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