For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,331 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best 65265, MO Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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 | 430 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 | 472 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 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
65265, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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