Oxford Academy, sometimes stylized as OA, is a public school in Cypress, California serving grades 7–12 as part of the Anaheim Union High School District. As of 2024, the school was ranked #4 for the best high schools in California by U.S. News & World Report, as well as #22 for the best U.S. high schools.
Serving 1,315 students in grades 7-12, Oxford Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 98% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oxford Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Oxford Academy's student population of 1,315 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Oxford Academy is a community of innovators dedicated to nurturing the holistic growth of life-long learners who will lead and serve an evolving local and global society.
School Rankings
Oxford Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oxford Academy is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
73%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Anaheim Union High School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Paul The Patriot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oxford Academy's ranking?
Oxford Academy is ranked #4 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 98% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oxford Academy?
The graduation rate of Oxford Academy is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Oxford Academy?
1,315 students attend Oxford Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Oxford Academy students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oxford Academy?
Oxford Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oxford Academy offer ?
Oxford Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Oxford Academy part of?
Oxford Academy is part of Anaheim Union High School District.
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