Serving 628 students in grades 5-8, Mexico Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mexico Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Mexico, NY, covering approximately 130.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mexico Middle School's student population of 628 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
628 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Mexico Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mexico Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3720 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
92%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mexico Middle School's ranking?
Mexico Middle School is ranked #3720 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mexico Middle School often compared to?
Mexico Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Square Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Mexico Middle School?
628 students attend Mexico Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Mexico Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mexico Middle School?
Mexico Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mexico Middle School offer ?
Mexico Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mexico Middle School part of?
Mexico Middle School is part of Mexico Central School District.
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