MEXICO HIGH

MEXICO 59
639 N WADE
MEXICO, MO 65265
734 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Mexico High School, located at 639 N. Wade in Mexico, Missouri, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Mexico School District. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary success, offering a blend of core curriculum, elective courses, and extracurricular opportunities. As a cornerstone of the local community, the institution emphasizes student growth, fostering an environment where learners are encouraged to develop both their academic potential and their character.

The school’s website highlights its role in the community by offering resources to keep families informed and engaged, including access to student handbooks, academic calendars, and information on school activities. By prioritizing communication and community involvement, Mexico High School aims to support the diverse needs of its student body while promoting a culture of achievement and school spirit. Whether through athletics, arts, or rigorous classroom instruction, the school strives to provide a well-rounded education tailored to the evolving needs of its students.
734
Total Students
46.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
48.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    540 (73.6%)
  • Two or More
    74 (10.1%)
  • Hispanic
    71 (9.7%)
  • Black
    46 (6.3%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: MEXICO 59
Phone: (573)581-4296
Website: http://www.mexicoschools.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 734
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 46.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 334
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 183
Grade 10 185
Grade 11 204
Grade 12 162
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
DAVIS H. HART CAREER CTR.
MEXICO 59
0 Students
905 N WADE
MEXICO, MO 65265 (0.2 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th