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Lexington High School

High School · Henderson County

284 White ST, Lexington, TN 38351

Enrollment

922

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,217 of 1,786

In Lexington

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

Henderson County

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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5.6/10

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About Lexington High School

Lexington High School is a public high school in Lexington, TN, part of Henderson County. Lexington High School serves approximately 922 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lexington High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,217 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Lexington High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Lexington High School 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+10.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.1 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+18.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College Readiness5.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation2.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,487
Chronic Absenteeism32.2%

Lexington High School — Students at Lexington High School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
45%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
49.9%
ELA
60.9%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Lexington High School Compares

See how Lexington High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in TN
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
15
6 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
2.5% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
6 boys'·9 girls'·15 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

284 White ST, Lexington, TN 38351

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lexington High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Riverside High School (rated 7.8/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Decaturville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Scotts Hill High School (rated 5.7/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Reagan), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ESTHER'S MONTESSORI CENTER Lexington 0.6 mi
Lexington Middle School Lexington 0.7 mi 6.9
Paul G. Caywood Elementary Lexington 1.0 mi 7.2
GOOD NEWS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lexington 4.1 mi
South Haven Elementary Lexington 6.9 mi 6.3
Beaver Elementary Wildersville 7.7 mi 6.5
Pin Oak Elementary Lexington 6.5 mi 5.8
Bargerton Elementary Lexington 7.7 mi 6.8
Westover Elementary Huron 8.6 mi 6.8
South Side Elementary Reagan 11.4 mi 5.8
Scotts Hill High School Reagan 11.2 mi 5.7
Scotts Hill Elementary Scotts Hill 12.9 mi 7.3
Clarksburg School Clarksburg 14.7 mi 5.8
SOULS HARBOR LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Scotts Hill 13.6 mi
Jacks Creek Elementary Jacks Creek 14.9 mi 8.7
Parsons Elementary Parsons 14.6 mi 7.8
Decatur County Middle School Parsons 15.3 mi 8.5
Riverside High School Decaturville 15.4 mi 7.8
Decaturville Elementary Decaturville 15.7 mi 9.5
NEW HEIGHTS SCHOOL TN CHILDRENS HOME WEST Pinson 18.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38351 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,573

Median Home Value

$159,000

Median Rent

$809/mo

Population

17,958

College Educated

14.1%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

39.1

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Ooltewah High School Ooltewah, TN 5.6
Portland High School Portland, TN 5.6
RePublic High School Nashville, TN 5.6
Roane County High School Kingston, TN 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lexington High School

What grades does Lexington High School serve?

Lexington High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lexington High School?

Lexington High School has an enrollment of approximately 922 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lexington High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lexington High School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lexington High School rank in TN?

Lexington High School ranks #1,217 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Lexington High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lexington High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Lexington High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lexington High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lexington High School a charter school?

No, Lexington High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lexington High School a Title I school?

No, Lexington High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
922
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Henderson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.2%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Henderson County
District Enrollment
4,045
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,487
District Rank
#9 of 9

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