There are 8 schools in the USA with the word mexico in the name.
The word "Mexico" is commonly found in U.S. public school names due to a combination of historical, geographic, and cultural factors. Many cities and towns across the United States are named Mexico, reflecting early settlers' fascination with the neighboring country and its rich history. Additionally, regions with significant Mexican-American populations may use the name to honor cultural heritage and to celebrate longstanding ties between communities on both sides of the border. The prevalence of the name also demonstrates historical connections, such as the period when present-day southwestern U.S. states were part of Mexico before the Mexican-American War and the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. As a result, schools in these areas often carry the name "Mexico" to reflect and acknowledge local history and community identity.
Missouri (2)
Mexico High School in Mexico, MOMexico Middle School in Mexico, MO
New Mexico (3)
New Mexico Academy for the Media Arts in Albuquerque, NMNew Mexico International School in Albuquerque, NM
New Mexico Connections Academy in Santa Fe, NM
New York (3)
Mexico Elementary School in Mexico, NYMexico High School in Mexico, NY
Mexico Middle School in Mexico, NY
Information is generated using publicly accessible school-supplied data and may be inaccurate