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Best Mexia Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,846 students in Mexia, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Mexia, TX are Developmental Center, A B Mcbay Elementary School and Mexia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mexia, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Mexia have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Mexia, TX (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Developmental Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
611 N Ross
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4023
Gr: 5-11 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
A B Mcbay Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 N Ross
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4030
Gr: PK-2 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Mexia High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1120 N Ross
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4010
Gr: 9-12 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Mexia J High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Blackcat Dr
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4020
Gr: 6-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
R Q Sims Intermediate School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1010 N Ross
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4025
Gr: 3-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Mexia, Texas

Mexia, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Mexia Middle School (Closed 2004)
P O Box 2000
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-5507
Mexia School Of Choice (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
616 North Red River St
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 70%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Mexia, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Mexia, TX include Developmental Center, A B Mcbay Elementary School and Mexia High School.
How many public schools are located in Mexia?
5 public schools are located in Mexia.
What is the racial composition of students in Mexia?
Mexia public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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