Serving 1,581 students in grades 9-12, Oxon Hill High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oxon Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oxon Hill High School's student population of 1,581 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Clippers
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Rankings
Oxon Hill High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxon Hill High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#327 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
38%
23%
Black
50%
33%
White
3%
32%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxon Hill High School's ranking?
Oxon Hill High School is ranked #327 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Oxon Hill High School often compared to?
Oxon Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Friendly High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oxon Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Oxon Hill High School is 80%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Oxon Hill High School?
1,581 students attend Oxon Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Oxon Hill High School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oxon Hill High School?
Oxon Hill High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oxon Hill High School offer ?
Oxon Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oxon Hill High School part of?
Oxon Hill High School is part of Prince George's County School District.
School Reviews
Review Oxon Hill High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
43 Fantastic ESL Resources for Students
We've put together this ESL resource guide to help students, from teens to adults, get the help they need to achieve their goals with learning English
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
2011 Classroom Size Update: Are Classes Still Growing Larger?
Since the recession, public school classrooms have seen major budget cuts - and many increases in class sizes. How is the situation in 2011? Read this article to find out.
