Serving 579 students in grades 9-12, Mexico High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mexico High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mexico High School's student population of 579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mexico High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mexico High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#367 out of 4093 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
94%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mexico High School's ranking?
Mexico High School is ranked #367 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mexico High School often compared to?
Mexico High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oswego High School, G Ray Bodley High School, John C Birdlebough High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mexico High School?
The graduation rate of Mexico High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Mexico High School?
579 students attend Mexico High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mexico High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mexico High School?
Mexico High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mexico High School offer ?
Mexico High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mexico High School part of?
Mexico High School is part of Mexico Central School District.
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