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#2045 of 2,221 schools in MO

Eugene Field Elem.

Elementary School · MEXICO 59

704 WEST BLVD, Mexico, MO 65265

Enrollment

430

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

3.9

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#2,045 of 2,221

In Mexico

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

MEXICO 59

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Eugene Field Elem.

3.9/10

Elementary School in Mexico · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Eugene Field Elem.

Eugene Field Elem. is a public elementary school in Mexico, MO, part of MEXICO 59. Eugene Field Elem. serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Eugene Field Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,045 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Eugene Field Elem. show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.3
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.6% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.1% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-22.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.1 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,582
Chronic Absenteeism25.3%

Eugene Field Elem. — Students at Eugene Field Elem. score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.5% (2025 MAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
36%
2024
ELA
25.9%
2025
Math
26.6%
ELA
20.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.

How Eugene Field Elem. Compares

See how Eugene Field Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in MO
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

704 WEST BLVD, Mexico, MO 65265

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eugene Field Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HATTON-MCCREDIE ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Kingdom City), which scores notably higher. Another option is MCMILLAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRALIA INTERMEDIATE (rated 7.2/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Centralia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mexico, see our Mexico schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MEXICO MIDDLE Mexico 0.3 mi 6.6
ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Mexico 0.5 mi 5.9
HAWTHORNE ELEM. Mexico 1.0 mi 4.9
MEXICO HIGH Mexico 1.1 mi 3.4
MCMILLAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Mexico 1.4 mi 7.2
MISSOURI MILITARY ACADEMY Mexico 1.5 mi 8.9
NORTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Auxvasse 10.1 mi 7.8
NORTH CALLAWAY HIGH Kingdom City 14.0 mi 6.5
HATTON-MCCREDIE ELEM. Kingdom City 14.6 mi 8.0
COMMUNITY ELEM. Laddonia 13.1 mi 6.0
COMMUNITY HIGH Laddonia 13.1 mi 7.6
CHESTER BOREN MIDDLE Centralia 13.3 mi 6.0
CENTRALIA HIGH Centralia 13.3 mi 7.2
CHANCE ELEM. Centralia 13.5 mi 5.5
CENTRALIA INTERMEDIATE Centralia 13.8 mi 7.2
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Martinsburg 14.0 mi 5.2
FULTON SR. HIGH Fulton 20.2 mi 5.0
FULTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CNTR Fulton 20.6 mi 4.4
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fulton 21.0 mi 7.2
WILLIAMSBURG ELEM. Williamsburg 19.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65265 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,387

Median Home Value

$127,500

Median Rent

$715/mo

Population

15,131

College Educated

18.4%

Homeownership

69.3%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

17%

Median Age

39.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BLUE RIDGE ELEM. Raytown, MO 3.9
CONN-WEST ELEM. Grandview, MO 3.9
FOX ELEM. Arnold, MO 3.9
GRIFFITH ELEMENTARY Ferguson, MO 3.9
HYDE ELEM. St. Joseph, MO 3.9
KRATZ ELEM. St. Louis, MO 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eugene Field Elem.

What grades does Eugene Field Elem. serve?

Eugene Field Elem. serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Eugene Field Elem.?

Eugene Field Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eugene Field Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Eugene Field Elem. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eugene Field Elem. rank in MO?

Eugene Field Elem. ranks #2,045 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Eugene Field Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Eugene Field Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Eugene Field Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eugene Field Elem. has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Eugene Field Elem. a charter school?

No, Eugene Field Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Eugene Field Elem. a Title I school?

No, Eugene Field Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eugene Field Elem.?

100.0% of students at Eugene Field Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Audrain County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

District

MEXICO 59
District Enrollment
2,426
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,582
District Rank
#4 of 5

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