Serving 614 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Lexington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Math Proficiency: 89%
- Reading Proficiency: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lexington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lexington Elementary School's student population of 614 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lexington Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)89%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)89%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
42%
42%
White
45%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average).
How many students attend Lexington Elementary School?
614 students attend Lexington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lexington Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lexington Elementary School?
Lexington Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lexington Elementary School offer ?
Lexington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Lexington Elementary School part of?
Lexington Elementary School is part of City Of Monroe School District.
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