Best Public Schools in Oxford, MS

The city of Oxford, Mississippi is home to 11 schools across two school districts - the Oxford School District and the Lafayette County School District. The schools include 6 elementary, 3 middle, and 2 high schools, serving students from early childhood through 12th grade.

Among the standout schools in the area, Central Elementary is ranked as one of the top 38 elementary schools in Mississippi, with strong test scores and a consistent 4 or 5-star rating. At the high school level, Oxford High School is the top performer, ranked 26th out of 232 high schools in the state and earning a 4-star rating with high graduation rates and impressive test scores. Additionally, Lafayette Upper Elementary School is among the top 57 elementary schools in Mississippi and maintains a 4-star rating with excellent test scores.

While the schools in the Oxford School District generally outperform the state averages on standardized tests, the Lafayette County School District schools have more mixed results. Across all schools, a concerning issue is the high chronic absenteeism rate of 23.9%, which is an area for potential improvement. Additionally, the wide range in free/reduced lunch rates, from 42.61% at Lafayette High School to 51.67% at Lafayette Elementary School, suggests varying levels of economic disadvantage among the student populations.