Lexington High School is a public high school located in Lexington, Massachusetts, serving students in ninth through twelfth grade. It is one of two high schools in Lexington, and is part of the Lexington Public Schools system.
Serving 2,318 students in grades 9-12, Lexington High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lexington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Lexington High School's student population of 2,318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 204 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
204 teachers
Year Founded
1854
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Lexington High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington High School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5 out of 1631 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
46%
7%
Hispanic
4%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
38%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Minutemen
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington High School's ranking?
Lexington High School is ranked #5 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lexington High School?
The graduation rate of Lexington High School is 98%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lexington High School?
2,318 students attend Lexington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lexington High School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lexington High School?
Lexington High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lexington High School offer ?
Lexington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lexington High School part of?
Lexington High School is part of Lexington School District.
School Reviews
4 3/17/2021
This is an excellent school! Get ready to work hard. If you are driven, motivated and have an attitude to succeed, you will do well at this competitive school. If you are laid back and plan to ease your way through the 4 years of high school without doing homework, you will have a very difficult time. Due to the competitive nature of this school, you are push and challenge more than you can imagine. The teachers are outstanding and go above and beyond to support students. This school could do a better job with diversity programs. Also, their discipline policy needs to be revisited, too strict. If you are a student moving to Lexington High School, your first year will be a shock to your mental state. You will almost think you are attending college. Once you get a hang of the academics and expectations, you will do well. I would recommend to ask a lot of questions and immediately make contact with your counselor to discuss any concerns. Do not isolate because of the stress and pressure. This school can make a healthy student get mental illness due to pressure and competitive nature. For certain, you will be more than college ready when you graduate. Be blessed and take care of yourself.
4 6/1/2020
LHS has had outstanding academics, outstanding teachers and outstanding students. It is like Lake Wobegon, except every child is not in the top 50%, they are all in the top 10%. So this creates stress and competition as many seeks to excel and there are only so many great college opportunities. For the student that is less motivated or inclined to stay up late on schoolwork, LHS can be difficult as well, as there is limited support. Bottom line, this is a great place if you are super talented and like to work hard. For everyone else, not so much.
4 4/21/2020
My name is Lauren and I am currently a senior student at Lexington High school! Unfortunately, with the Covid-19 pandemic occurring globally right now, the final year of my high school career has currently come to a halt, of sorts, leaving the fate of my senior prom and high school graduation hanging in the balance. As for my experience with the school itself, I have learned a lot during my 4 years here, made so many cool and supportive friends, and gotten to know many amazing male and female teachers. There has been plenty of difficulty and hardship, but I will always be grateful for the time I spent here.
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