Summary:
Zip code 36203 in Oxford, Alabama is served by the Oxford City school district, which includes four schools—Oxford Elementary School, CE Hanna School, Oxford Middle School, and Oxford High School—serving approximately 3,234 students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade in a predominantly lower-income area.
Among the schools, Oxford Middle School stands out as the academic leader, earning 4-star ratings for three consecutive years and ranking in the 73rd percentile statewide. Its English proficiency is particularly strong, with 7th graders at 66.19% and 8th graders at 61.81%—both well above state averages. CE Hanna School is a hidden gem, achieving impressive results despite serving the highest percentage of economically disadvantaged students (61.19% free/reduced lunch). Its 5th-grade English proficiency (77.55%) and 6th-grade math proficiency (48.09%) significantly exceed state averages. Oxford High School maintains a solid 4-star rating with a 93.7% graduation rate, though its ranking slipped from 76th to 135th recently. Oxford Elementary School provides a strong foundation, with 4th-grade math proficiency (51.85%) nearly 10 points above the state average.
The district shows a clear pattern of declining math proficiency as students advance, with 8th-grade math (22.22%) and 11th-grade math (23.27%) falling below state averages despite strong elementary performance. Chronic absenteeism also rises sharply from 10% in elementary school to 18% in high school, likely contributing to this slide. However, English language arts remains a consistent district-wide strength at every grade level. The district's per-student spending ($9,502-$11,859) appears efficient, yielding strong returns in early grades despite economic challenges. Overall, the Oxford City district ranks 37th out of 139 Alabama districts, placing it in the top 27% statewide and offering solid educational opportunities for families in this area.
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