Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Oxford Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Oxford Elementary School's student population of 520 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Oxford Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Oxford Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2323 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)26%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
23%
22%
Black
52%
24%
White
16%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Global Leaders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Oxford Elementary School's ranking?
West Oxford Elementary School is ranked #2323 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Oxford Elementary School often compared to?
West Oxford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C. G. Credle Elementary School, Mount Energy Elementary School, Stovall-shaw Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Oxford Elementary School?
520 students attend West Oxford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of West Oxford Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Oxford Elementary School?
West Oxford Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Oxford Elementary School offer ?
West Oxford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Oxford Elementary School part of?
West Oxford Elementary School is part of Granville County Schools.
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