For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 472 students in 65265, MO.
The top ranked public middle school in 65265, MO is Mexico Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 65265 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 65265, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best 65265, MO Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mexico Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 West Blvd
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-4664
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-4664
Grades: 6-8
| 472 students
65265, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
710 S Clark
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-6893
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-6893
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 65265, MO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 65265, MO include Mexico Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 65265?
1 public middle schools are located in 65265.
What is the racial composition of students in 65265?
65265 public middle schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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