Elementary Schools in Mexico 59

The Mexico 59 school district in Missouri is home to three elementary schools: Hawthorne Elementary, Eugene Field Elementary, and McMillan Early Learning Center. While these schools serve a high-poverty student population, they consistently underperform compared to state averages on key metrics such as test scores and chronic absenteeism rates.

None of the three elementary schools in the Mexico 59 district stand out as clear academic performers. All three schools rank in the bottom half of Missouri elementary schools according to the SchoolDigger rankings, with test scores well below the state average in both math and English language arts across all grade levels. For example, in 3rd grade math, the schools scored between 17.8% and 20.3% proficient, compared to the state average of 40.8%.

Despite higher-than-average spending per student and relatively low student-teacher ratios, the schools continue to struggle with poor academic outcomes. Chronic absenteeism rates range from 19.9% to 20.9%, significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, all three schools serve a 100% free/reduced lunch population, indicating a high-poverty student demographic. Addressing the root causes of low performance, such as attendance issues and resource allocation, will be crucial for improving educational outcomes in the Mexico 59 district.