For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 553 students in Mexia, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in Mexia, TX are Developmental Center and Mexia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mexia, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Mexia have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Mexia, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mexia High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Mexia, TX (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Developmental Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
611 N Ross
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4023
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4023
Gr: 5-11 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Mexia High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1120 N Ross
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4010
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4010
Gr: 9-12 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Mexia, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mexia School Of Choice (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
616 North Red River St
Mexia, TX 76667
(254) 562-4000
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 high schools in Mexia, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in Mexia, TX include Developmental Center and Mexia High School.
How many public high schools are located in Mexia?
2 public high schools are located in Mexia.
What is the racial composition of students in Mexia?
Mexia public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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