For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,426 students in 65265, MO (there are , serving 382 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 65265, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 65265, MO are Mcmillan Early Learning Center, Mexico High School and Eugene Field Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 65265 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 65265, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65265, MO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcmillan Early Learning Center
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1101 E Anderson
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-5029
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-5029
Gr: PK-K | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Mexico High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
639 N Wade
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-4296
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-4296
Gr: 9-12 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Eugene Field Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
704 West Blvd
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-5268
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-5268
Gr: 1-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Mexico Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 West Blvd
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-4664
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-4664
Gr: 6-8 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1250 W Curtis
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-3064
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-3064
Gr: 1-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
Davis H. Hart Career Center
Vocational School
905 N Wade
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-5684
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-5684
Gr: 9-12
65265, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 65265, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in 65265, MO include Mcmillan Early Learning Center, Mexico High School and Eugene Field Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 65265?
6 public schools are located in 65265.
What percentage of students in 65265 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 65265 are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 65265?
65265 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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