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South Lexington Developmental Center
School · Lexington City Schools
1000 Cotton Grove Road, Lexington, NC 27292
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
28:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
28:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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South Lexington Developmental Center
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About South Lexington Developmental Center
South Lexington Developmental Center is a public school in Lexington, NC, part of Lexington City Schools. South Lexington Developmental Center serves approximately 28 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 28:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for South Lexington Developmental Center show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 28 students, South Lexington Developmental Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
South Lexington Developmental Center runs 28:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
64% of students at South Lexington Developmental Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28:1
- Address
- 1000 Cotton Grove Road, Lexington, NC 27292
- Website
- lexcs.org
- Phone
- (336) 242-1544
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores NC EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
1000 Cotton Grove Road, Lexington, NC 27292
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Lexington Developmental Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. SHEETS MEMORIAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away). Additionally, Stoner-Thomas School (rated 3.2/10, 3.7 miles away). For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Lexington School Lexington | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| SHEETS MEMORIAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lexington | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Southwest Elementary Global Academy Lexington | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Charles England Elementary School Lexington | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Lexington Senior High School Lexington | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Lexington Middle School Lexington | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Pickett Elementary School Lexington | 3.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Davidson Charter Academy Lexington | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Tyro Elementary Lexington | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Stoner-Thomas School Lexington | 3.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Southwood Elementary Lexington | 4.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Central Davidson Middle Lexington | 4.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Central Davidson High Lexington | 4.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Davidson County High School Lexington | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Yadkin Valley Regional Career Academy Lexington | 4.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Reeds Elementary Lexington | 5.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Davis-Townsend Elementary Lexington | 5.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Davidson Early College Lexington | 6.4 mi | 7.9 |
| West Davidson High Lexington | 5.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Welcome Elementary Lexington | 7.3 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27292 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,468
Median Home Value
$193,300
Median Rent
$831/mo
Population
40,369
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
40.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Lexington Developmental Center
What grades does South Lexington Developmental Center serve?
South Lexington Developmental Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend South Lexington Developmental Center?
South Lexington Developmental Center has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Lexington Developmental Center?
The student-teacher ratio at South Lexington Developmental Center is 28:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at South Lexington Developmental Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Lexington Developmental Center has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is South Lexington Developmental Center a charter school?
No, South Lexington Developmental Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Lexington Developmental Center a Title I school?
No, South Lexington Developmental Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Lexington Developmental Center?
89.3% of students at South Lexington Developmental Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.3%
- Phone
- (336) 242-1544
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Lexington City Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,941
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,684
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