For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,321 students in 65265, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65265, MO are Eugene Field Elementary School, Mexico Middle School and Hawthorne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 65265 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 65265, MO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 65265, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
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 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
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 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 65265, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 65265, MO include Eugene Field Elementary School, Mexico Middle School and Hawthorne Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 65265?
3 public elementary schools are located in 65265.
What is the racial composition of students in 65265?
65265 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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