Serving 901 students in grades 9-12, Lexington High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 901 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lexington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lexington High School's student population of 901 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
901 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lexington High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#413 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
13%
21%
White
75%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington High School's ranking?
Lexington High School is ranked #413 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lexington High School often compared to?
Lexington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scotts Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lexington High School?
The graduation rate of Lexington High School is 92%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lexington High School?
901 students attend Lexington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lexington High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lexington High School?
Lexington High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lexington High School offer ?
Lexington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lexington High School part of?
Lexington High School is part of Henderson County School District.
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