Best Schools in Lexington, Georgia
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Lexington by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Oglethorpe County Elementary School
Elementary · Oglethorpe County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Oglethorpe County High School
High · Oglethorpe County. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$158,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$158,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Lexington schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Lexington
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oglethorpe County Elementary School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Oglethorpe County High School | 5.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $72,431
- Median home value
- $158,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 39 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lexington compares
Georgia rank
#87 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$72k
104% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Lexington, Georgia
Lexington, Georgia is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Lexington show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lexington is Oglethorpe County Primary School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lexington is served by 1 school district: Oglethorpe County. These districts collectively serve 2,298 students.
Lexington's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,431. The poverty rate in the area is 17.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 579 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.5 |
| 2 | 495 students · 3rd–5th | 7.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 679 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Schools in Lexington
Lexington, Georgia · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$72,431
Median Home Value
$158,300
Median Rent
$879/mo
Population
3,351
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Community Profile
Lexington has a median household income of $72,431. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $158,300, with a median rent of $879/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.5%. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lexington, Georgia
How many schools are in Lexington, Georgia?
Lexington has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lexington, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lexington is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Lexington, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Lexington on MySchoolScout is Oglethorpe County Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lexington, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lexington on MySchoolScout is Oglethorpe County Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Lexington, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Lexington on MySchoolScout is Oglethorpe County High School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Lexington, Georgia?
Lexington is served by 1 school district: Oglethorpe County.
What is the education level in Lexington, Georgia?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Lexington have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lexington, Georgia?
The median household income in Lexington is approximately $72,431 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lexington, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lexington is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lexington, Georgia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Georgia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.