For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 382 students in Mexico, MO (there are , serving 2,426 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in Mexico, MO are educated in private schools (compared to the MO state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in Mexico, MO is Missouri Military Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Missouri private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
50% of private schools in Mexico, MO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked Mexico ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
204 N Grand St
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-1776
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-1776
Gr: 7-12 | 193 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 25 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Catholic)
620 S Clark Street
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-2443
Mexico, MO 65265
(573) 581-2443
Gr: PK-8 | 189 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Mexico, MO?
The top ranked private schools in Mexico, MO is Missouri Military Academy.
How many private schools are located in Mexico?
2 private schools are located in Mexico.
What percentage of students in Mexico go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in Mexico are educated in private schools (compared to the MO state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Mexico?
50% of private schools in Mexico are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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