Serving 387 students in grades 7-12, Lexington High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Alabama state average of 30%). 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Lexington High School's student population of 387 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Lexington High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#348 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
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
97%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington High School's ranking?
Lexington High School is ranked #348 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% 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 90%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lexington High School?
387 students attend Lexington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lexington High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lexington High School part of?
Lexington High School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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