OXFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Oxford Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Catawba County Schools school district, located in Claremont, NC with about 596 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, Oxford Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Oxford Elementary School, located in Claremont, North Carolina, is a public elementary school serving students as part of the Catawba County School district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By focusing on foundational skills and utilizing a variety of instructional strategies, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future educational success while maintaining a strong connection to the local Claremont community.
The school promotes a well-rounded educational experience by encouraging parent and community involvement, which is a hallmark of the Catawba County school system. Through its official website, Oxford Elementary provides families with resources regarding school policies, extracurricular activities, and academic calendars, ensuring clear communication between home and school. By creating a collaborative atmosphere, Oxford Elementary strives to cultivate a positive school culture where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential.
For more information, contact Oxford Elementary at (828) 459-7220 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Claremont, NC 28610-9620
(828) 459-7220
OXFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Claremont, NC with about 596 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Catawba County Schools
- Total Students:
- 596
- Teachers:
- 35.4
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 596 students
- White
- 69.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.9%
- Asian
- 10.4%
- Two or more races
- 5.4%
- Black or African American
- 3.2%
- Female
- 49.7%
- Male
- 50.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.