Mexico 59 School District
School District · Mexico, Missouri
Avg Rating
5.2
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,582
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Avg Rating
5.2
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,582
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Evaluating Mexico 59?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Mexico 59 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Mcmillan Early Learning Center
Mexico · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Mexico Middle
Mexico · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Hawthorne Elem.
Mexico · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Missouri rank
#415 of 462
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.1
below Missouri avg
Per-pupil spending
$11,582
$945 vs Missouri median
District size
2,426 students
Much larger than Missouri median
The short answer
Mexico 59 ranks #415 of 462 Missouri districts by overall school rating. Mexico 59's schools with real test data average 5.2/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Mcmillan Early Learning Center (7.2/10), Mexico Middle (6.6/10), and Hawthorne Elem. (4.9/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Mexico 59
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mcmillan Early Learning Center | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Mexico Middle | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Hawthorne Elem. | 4.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Eugene Field Elem. | 3.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Mexico High | 3.4 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
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 5.2/10, Mexico 59 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mcmillan Early Learning Center, which has a composite score of 7.2/10.
In standardized testing, Mexico 59 students show an average math proficiency of 38.8% and ELA proficiency of 41.9%.
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 5.2/10. 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?
Mcmillan Early Learning Center is the highest-rated school in Mexico 59 with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What are the test scores in Mexico 59?
Across schools in Mexico 59 with test data, the average math proficiency is 38.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 41.9%. 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 5.2/10 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 blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 38.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 41.9%
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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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