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7.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Lexington, Texas

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.9/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.9/10

67% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$81,371

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$276,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
16%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
50 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
79%

Of occupied housing units

How Lexington compares

Texas rank

#83 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.7

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$81k

110% of Texas median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Lexington, Texas

Lexington, Texas is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.9 out of 10, schools in Lexington perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Lexington is Lexington EL with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lexington is served by 1 school district: LEXINGTON ISD. These districts collectively serve 1,066 students.

Lexington's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,371. The poverty rate in the area is 7.5%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 78947 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 488 students · Pre-K–5th 8.7

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 224 students · 6th–8th 8.6

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 354 students · 9th–12th 6.5

Schools in Lexington

Lexington, Texas · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$81,371

Median Home Value

$276,900

Median Rent

$1,037/mo

Population

5,110

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

50 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Community Profile

Lexington has a median household income of $81,371. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $276,900, with a median rent of $1,037/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 50 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
3
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
7.9/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Lexington, Texas

How many schools are in Lexington, Texas?

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, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lexington is 7.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Lexington, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Lexington on MySchoolScout is Lexington EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Lexington, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Lexington on MySchoolScout is Lexington EL with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Lexington, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Lexington on MySchoolScout is Lexington Middle with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best high school in Lexington, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Lexington on MySchoolScout is Lexington H S with a composite score of 6.5/10.

How many school districts serve Lexington, Texas?

Lexington is served by 1 school district: Lexington ISD.

What is the education level in Lexington, Texas?

According to Census data, 16% of adults in Lexington have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Lexington, Texas?

The median household income in Lexington is approximately $81,371 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Lexington, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lexington is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lexington, Texas?

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.