Serving 238 students in grades 6-8, Lexington Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lexington Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lexington, TN, covering approximately 12.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lexington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lexington Middle School's student population of 238 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lexington Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#403 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
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)18.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Minutemen
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington Middle School's ranking?
Lexington Middle School is ranked #403 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lexington Middle School often compared to?
Lexington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bargerton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Lexington Middle School?
238 students attend Lexington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lexington Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
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 School District.
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