Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lexington ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the New York state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Math Proficiency: 26%
- Reading Proficiency: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lexington ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lexington's student population of 541 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lexington is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
75%
29%
Black
19%
16%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lexington often compared to?
Lexingtonis often viewed alongside schools like Central Park East I, Dream Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% NY state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
How many students attend Lexington?
541 students attend Lexington.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lexington students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lexington?
Lexington has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lexington offer ?
Lexington offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lexington part of?
Lexington is part of New York City Geographic District # 4 School District.
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