Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lexington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lexington Elementary School serves the eastern part of its district in Lexington, IN, encompassing an area of approximately 50.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lexington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lexington Elementary School's student population of 205 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
205 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
An innovative community of learners dedicated to helping ALL students find their Path To A Brighter Future.
School Rankings
Lexington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#186 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
White
89%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Patriotic colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington Elementary School's ranking?
Lexington Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lexington Elementary School often compared to?
Lexington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwestern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lexington Elementary School?
205 students attend Lexington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lexington Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% 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 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lexington Elementary School offer ?
Lexington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lexington Elementary School part of?
Lexington Elementary School is part of Scott County School District 2.
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