Excellent
#7 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 2% of private schools
Missouri Military Academy
High School
204 N GRAND ST, Mexico, MO 65265
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#7 of 399
In Mexico
#1 of 2
public schools
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Missouri Military Academy
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About Missouri Military Academy
Missouri Military Academy is a private high school in Mexico, MO. Missouri Military Academy serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Missouri Military Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 399 private schools in MO.
What's said publicly about Missouri Military Academy
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 185 students, Missouri Military Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.8:1 students to teachers, Missouri Military Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Missouri Military Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Missouri Military Academy compares to the 5 public schools in Mexico, MO
Student Demographics
All Schools in Mexico
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Missouri Military Academy (this school) | 8.9 |
| MCMILLAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER | 7.2 |
| MEXICO HIGH | 3.4 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. | 3.9 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEM. | 4.9 |
| MEXICO MIDDLE | 6.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MO.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MO
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
204 N GRAND ST, Mexico, MO 65265
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Missouri Military Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COMMUNITY HIGH (rated 7.6/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Laddonia), a more accessible option. Another option is CENTRALIA HIGH (rated 7.2/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Centralia), a more accessible option. Additionally, WELLSVILLE-MIDDLETOWN HS (rated 6.6/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Wellsville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mexico, see our Mexico schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCMILLAN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Mexico | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Mexico | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| MEXICO HIGH Mexico | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Mexico | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEM. Mexico | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| MEXICO MIDDLE Mexico | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| NORTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Auxvasse | 10.8 mi | 7.8 |
| NORTH CALLAWAY HIGH Kingdom City | 14.8 mi | 6.5 |
| COMMUNITY ELEM. Laddonia | 11.8 mi | 6.0 |
| COMMUNITY HIGH Laddonia | 11.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Martinsburg | 13.0 mi | 5.2 |
| HATTON-MCCREDIE ELEM. Kingdom City | 15.8 mi | 8.0 |
| CHESTER BOREN MIDDLE Centralia | 14.5 mi | 6.0 |
| CENTRALIA HIGH Centralia | 14.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CHANCE ELEM. Centralia | 14.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CENTRALIA INTERMEDIATE Centralia | 15.0 mi | 7.2 |
| WILLIAMSBURG ELEM. Williamsburg | 19.5 mi | 6.0 |
| FULTON SR. HIGH Fulton | 21.1 mi | 5.0 |
| FULTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CNTR Fulton | 21.5 mi | 4.4 |
| WELLSVILLE-MIDDLETOWN HS Wellsville | 17.3 mi | 6.6 |
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
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|---|---|
| PUTNAM CO. HIGH Unionville, MO | 8.9 |
| SKYLINE HIGH Urbana, MO | 8.9 |
| GREEN CITY HIGH Green City, MO | 8.8 |
| LOGOS SCHOOL Olivette, MO | 9.0 |
| NORTH SHELBY HIGH Shelbyville, MO | 8.8 |
| PUXICO HIGH Puxico, MO | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Missouri Military Academy
What grades does Missouri Military Academy serve?
Missouri Military Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Missouri Military Academy?
Missouri Military Academy has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Missouri Military Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Missouri Military Academy is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Missouri Military Academy rank in MO?
Missouri Military Academy ranks #7 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Missouri Military Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Missouri Military Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Missouri Military Academy a private school?
Yes, Missouri Military Academy is a private all-boys school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Missouri Military Academy a religious school?
No, Missouri Military Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 185
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Audrain County
- Phone
- (573) 581-1776
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