For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,759 students in 38351, TN (there are 4 private schools, serving 97 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 38351, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 38351, TN are Lexington High School, Paul G. Caywood Elementary School and Lexington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38351 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38351, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 38351, TN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lexington High School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
284 White St
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-2961
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-2961
Grades: 9-12
| 901 students
Rank: #22.
Paul G. Caywood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
162 Monroe Ave
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-8457
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-8457
Grades: PK-5
| 623 students
Rank: #33.
Lexington Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
112 Airways
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-8457
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-8457
Grades: 6-8
| 261 students
Rank: #44.
Pin Oak Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19925 Hwy 412 East
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-7341
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-7341
Grades: PK-8
| 370 students
Rank: #55.
South Haven Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5455 Highway 22 A
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-6890
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-6890
Grades: PK-8
| 329 students
Rank: #66.
Bargerton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6141 Poplar Springs/bargerton
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-7484
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-7484
Grades: PK-8
| 275 students
38351, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lexington Juvenile Academy (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
188 White St
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 967-9527
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 967-9527
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 38351, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 38351, TN include Lexington High School, Paul G. Caywood Elementary School and Lexington Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 38351?
6 public schools are located in 38351.
What percentage of students in 38351 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 38351 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38351?
38351 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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