Mexico 59 School District
School District · Mexico, Missouri
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,582
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,582
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
How this district compares
Missouri rank
#352 of 461
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$11,582
$940 vs Missouri median
District size
2,426 students
Much larger than Missouri median
About Mexico 59
Mexico 59 is a Mexico, Missouri school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,426 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1. The district invests $11,582 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.7/10, Mexico 59 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Eugene Field Elem., which has a composite score of 6.9/10.
In standardized testing, Mexico 59 students show an average math proficiency of 30.6% and ELA proficiency of 39.8%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Mexico 59, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Mexico 59 with test data.
Schools in Mexico 59
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Missouri
- City
- Mexico
- Total Enrollment
- 2,426
- Teachers (FTE)
- 185
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Mexico 59?
Mexico 59 has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Mexico 59?
The average composite rating for Mexico 59 is 5.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Mexico 59?
Mexico 59 spends $11,582 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mexico 59?
The average student-teacher ratio in Mexico 59 is 13.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in Mexico 59?
Eugene Field Elem. is the highest-rated school in Mexico 59 with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What are the test scores in Mexico 59?
Across schools in Mexico 59 with test data, the average math proficiency is 30.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 39.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Mexico 59 compare to other districts in Missouri?
Mexico 59 has an average school rating of 5.7/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Missouri by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 30.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 39.8%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in MO
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Missouri Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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