Serving 919 students in grades 9-12, Lexington High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lexington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lexington High School's student population of 919 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Campus Size
50
School Motto
To develop capable and responsible lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Lexington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington High School is 0.39, 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
#856 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
77%
22%
Black
7%
7%
White
14%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington High School's ranking?
Lexington High School is ranked #856 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Lexington High School often compared to?
Lexington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cozad High School, Gothenburg Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lexington High School?
The graduation rate of Lexington High School is 95%, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lexington High School?
919 students attend Lexington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lexington High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lexington High School?
Lexington High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lexington High School offer ?
Lexington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lexington High School part of?
Lexington High School is part of Lexington School District.
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