Serving 594 students in grades 9-12, Mexico High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mexico High School's student population of 594 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mexico High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mexico High School is 0.13, 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
#956 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
2%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
93%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mexico High School's ranking?
Mexico High School is ranked #956 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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, Paul V Moore High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% 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 87%.
How many students attend Mexico High School?
594 students attend Mexico High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mexico High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mexico High School part of?
Mexico High School is part of Mexico Central School District.
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