Serving 535 students in grades 9-12, Mexia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MEXIA H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mexia school district, covering an area of approximately 170.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mexia High School's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
535 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mexia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mexia High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
54%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
26%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
14%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Blackcats/lady Cats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mexia High School's ranking?
Mexia High School is ranked #4645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mexia High School?
The graduation rate of Mexia High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Mexia High School?
535 students attend Mexia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Mexia High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mexia High School?
Mexia High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mexia High School offer ?
Mexia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mexia High School part of?
Mexia High School is part of Mexia Independent School District.
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