Serving 350 students in grades 7-12, Lexington High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lexington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Lexington High School's student population of 350 students has declined by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 56% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lexington High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#227 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
n/a
32%
White
98%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington High School's ranking?
Lexington High School is ranked #227 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Lexington High School often compared to?
Lexington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lauderdale County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lexington High School?
The graduation rate of Lexington High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lexington High School?
350 students attend Lexington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Lexington High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lexington High School?
Lexington High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lexington High School offer ?
Lexington High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Lexington High School part of?
Lexington High School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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