Serving 678 students in grades 6-8, Lexington Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lexington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lexington Middle School's student population of 678 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lexington Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#716 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
78%
22%
Black
8%
7%
White
12%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington Middle School's ranking?
Lexington Middle School is ranked #716 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Lexington Middle School?
678 students attend Lexington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lexington Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lexington Middle School?
Lexington Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lexington Middle School offer ?
Lexington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lexington Middle School part of?
Lexington Middle School is part of Lexington School District.
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