Lexington Elementary School serves 575 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
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 14:1 is equal to the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Math Proficiency: 89%
- Reading Proficiency: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lexington Elementary School's student population of 575 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lexington Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. 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
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
37%
41%
White
52%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
575 students attend Lexington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lexington Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lexington Elementary School?
Lexington Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lexington Elementary School offer ?
Lexington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lexington Elementary School part of?
Lexington Elementary School is part of City Of Monroe School District.
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