Serving 672 students in grades 6-8, Lexington Middle 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 49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lexington Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Lexington, NE, covering approximately 249 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 18.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lexington Middle School's student population of 672 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
672 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lexington Middle 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 Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#728 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)14.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington Middle School's ranking?
Lexington Middle School is ranked #728 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Lexington Middle School?
672 students attend Lexington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lexington Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lexington Middle School?
Lexington Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
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 School District.
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