Serving 284 students in grades 6-8, Lexington Trad Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lexington Trad Magnet School serves the west part of its school district in Lexington, KY, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lexington Trad Magnet School's student population of 284 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lexington Trad Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington Trad Magnet School is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1165 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
66%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)30.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington Trad Magnet School's ranking?
Lexington Trad Magnet School is ranked #1165 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Lexington Trad Magnet School often compared to?
Lexington Trad Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crawford Middle School, William Wells Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Lexington Trad Magnet School?
284 students attend Lexington Trad Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lexington Trad Magnet School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lexington Trad Magnet School?
Lexington Trad Magnet School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lexington Trad Magnet School offer ?
Lexington Trad Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lexington Trad Magnet School part of?
Lexington Trad Magnet School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lexington Trad Magnet School located?
Lexington Trad Magnet School is located in the North Upper Street neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 1 other public schools located in North Upper Street.
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