Serving 595 students in grades 6-8, Lexington Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lexington Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Lexington, NC, covering approximately 18.7 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lexington Middle School's student population of 595 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
595 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lexington Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1917 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)36%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
5%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington Middle School's ranking?
Lexington Middle School is ranked #1917 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lexington Middle School often compared to?
Lexington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Asheboro Middle School, North Asheboro Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lexington Middle School?
595 students attend Lexington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lexington Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lexington Middle School?
Lexington Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lexington Middle School offer ?
Lexington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lexington Middle School part of?
Lexington Middle School is part of Lexington City Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is as close to a prison as a school can be. The staff are incredibly harsh and my daughter was yelled at because she dropped her books.
There's a camera in every hall, students have to walk and march in order as if it were a prison camp. Students aren't allowed to drink except at set time. My girlfriend has been banned from wearing most shirts because of her large bust.
If students make any mistakes in gym they force that student to do exercises specifically designed to leave the child sore for days to come, every day for at least a week, more than once my daughter has been reduced to tears in gym.
She has also been threatened with being paddled by one teacher, this is just unacceptable, I spank my daughter when need be, but I don't threaten to paddle her in front of her friends for little to no reason.
There is a boy I spoke to there who I know has been to Juvie, but he claims there's more freedom and it's more enjoyable in Juvie than this school.
I have taken my daughter out of schooling and she is being homeschooled now, I was stupid to ever let her come to this school.
Put simply this is the worst school I've ever seen. It's a prison, not a school
5 10/10/2025
If there are any current parents that want to get together for small projects at the school, I am asking the principle what is on his wish list for me to do. THe challenges of the school are real, but they can be solved by active participation from the community. This not only shows the kids people care, but the teachers and administration. The community can and should improve this school and turn it into a magnet for everyone. Not one single group, person, or committee can do that alone.
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