Serving 922 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 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 922 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- 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 922 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
922 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
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 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. 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
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
12%
21%
White
76%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 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?
922 students attend Lexington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lexington High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% 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 18:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lexington High School part of?
Lexington High School is part of Henderson County School District.
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