Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Lexington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio 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 Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Lexington Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of New Lexington, OH, encompassing approximately 97.1 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 5.9 miles, and the furthest edge reaching up to 9.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Lexington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
New Lexington Elementary School's student population of 465 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Lexington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Lexington Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1715 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Lexington Elementary School's ranking?
New Lexington Elementary School is ranked #1715 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are New Lexington Elementary School often compared to?
New Lexington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millcreek Elementary School, Crooksville Elementary School, Somerset Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend New Lexington Elementary School?
465 students attend New Lexington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of New Lexington Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Lexington Elementary School?
New Lexington Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Lexington Elementary School offer ?
New Lexington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Lexington Elementary School part of?
New Lexington Elementary School is part of New Lexington School District.
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