New Lexington School District

2549 Panther Drive
New Lexington, OH 43764-0630
(District boundaries shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,200 students in New Lexington School District. This district's average elementary testing ranking is 6/10, which is in the top 50% of public elementary schools in Ohio.
Public Elementary Schools in New Lexington School District have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 56% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Ohio public elementary school average of 34% (majority Black).

Overview

This School District
This State (OH)
# Schools
4 Schools
2,541 Schools
# Students
1,692 Students
1,115,538 Students
# Teachers
101 Teachers
62,128 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1

District Rank

New Lexington School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 896 school districts in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-2021 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 90-94% has increased from 75-79% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (OH)
#461 out of 897 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
This chart display the overall district rank of New Lexington   School District, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
45%
50%
This chart display the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of New Lexington   School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of OH by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
56%
57%
This chart display the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Lexington   School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of OH by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
90-94%
84%
This chart display public school graduation rate of New Lexington   School District and public school graduation rate of OH by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Students by Ethnicity:

0.07
0.53
# American Indian Students
2 Students
1,405 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
3 Students
29,834 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
3%
# Hispanic Students
21 Students
79,506 Students
% Hispanic Students
1%
7%
# Black Students
8 Students
195,812 Students
% Black Students
1%
18%
# White Students
1,631 Students
736,918 Students
% White Students
96%
66%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
1,064 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
27 Students
70,999 Students
% of Two or more races Students
2%
6%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
16
26,401
# Students in K Grade:
151
119,383
# Students in 1st Grade:
158
117,260
# Students in 2nd Grade:
136
121,156
# Students in 3rd Grade:
116
121,665
# Students in 4th Grade:
120
120,737
# Students in 5th Grade:
128
122,545
# Students in 6th Grade:
118
124,073
# Students in 7th Grade:
125
96,576
# Students in 8th Grade:
132
94,839
# Students in 9th Grade:
131
12,412
# Students in 10th Grade:
144
12,003
# Students in 11th Grade:
112
13,451
# Students in 12th Grade:
105
13,037
# Ungraded Students:
-
-

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $18,077 is higher than the state median of $17,132. The school district revenue/student has grown by 7% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $16,729 is less than the state median of $17,081. The school district spending/student has grown by 6% over four school years.
This School District
This State (OH)
Total Revenue
$31 MM
$28,879 MM
This chart display total revenue of New Lexington   School District and median value from total revenues of all school districts in OH by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$28 MM
$28,792 MM
This chart display total spending of New Lexington   School District and median value from total spendings of all school districts in OH by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$18,077
$17,132
This chart display average revenue per public school student in New Lexington   School District and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in OH by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$16,729
$17,081
This chart display average spending per public school student in New Lexington   School District and average spending per public school student of all school districts in OH by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best New Lexington School District Public Elementary Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Junction City Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
307 Poplar Street
Junction City, OH 43748
(740) 987-3751
Grades: PK-5
| 384 students
Rank: #22.
New Lexington Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2550 Panther Dr Ne
New Lexington, OH 43764
(740) 342-2556
Grades: K-5
| 441 students
Rank: #33.
New Lexington Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2549 Panther Dr Ne
New Lexington, OH 43764
(740) 342-4128
Grades: 6-8
| 375 students

Recent Articles

How “Collaborative Reasoning” Could Be the Next Public School Trend
How “Collaborative Reasoning” Could Be the Next Public School Trend
Collaborative reasoning, which encourages independent critical thinking, is growing in popularity amongst public schools. Learn about collaborative reasoning and how it benefits public school classrooms.
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support Strategies
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support Strategies
This comprehensive article explores the complex nature of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, providing insights into its symptoms, diagnosis process, and effective support strategies. From recognizing early signs to navigating the diagnostic journey, parents will gain valuable knowledge to help their child thrive. Expert insights, real-life examples, and practical tips empower readers to create a supportive environment that meets the unique needs of children with ADHD.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
March 04, 2024
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • District size: 4 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 1,692 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 45% (Btm 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Quick Links