Excellent
#108 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 5% in state
Lexington Elementary
Elementary School · Kelso School District
200 Boardwalk Way, Kelso, WA 98626
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
803
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#108 of 2,228
In Kelso
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
Kelso School District
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Lexington Elementary
Lexington Elementary is a public elementary school in Kelso, WA, part of Kelso School District. Lexington Elementary serves approximately 803 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lexington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Lexington Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Lexington Elementary 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
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Lexington Elementary — Students at Lexington Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Lexington Elementary Compares
See how Lexington Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
200 Boardwalk Way, Kelso, WA 98626
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lexington Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl (rated 7.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Longview), a more accessible option. Another option is Butler Acres Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Barnes Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kelso, see our Kelso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOURNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kelso | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Kelso Virtual Academy Longview | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Barnes Elementary Kelso | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Huntington Middle School Kelso | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Rose Valley Elementary Kelso | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Kelso Goal Oriented Learning Design Kelso | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Columbia Heights Elementary Longview | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Special Education Kelso | 2.8 mi | — |
| Cascade Middle School Longview | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Butler Acres Elementary Kelso | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Cowlitz County Youth Services Center Longview | 3.3 mi | — |
| Mark Morris High School Longview | 3.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Loowit High School Kelso | 3.2 mi | — |
| Kelso High School Kelso | 3.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Northlake Elementary School Longview | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Coweeman Middle School Kelso | 3.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Broadway Learning Center Longview | 3.5 mi | 5.6 |
| THREE RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Columbia Valley Garden Elem Schl Longview | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Wallace Elementary Kelso | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98626 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,058
Median Home Value
$339,800
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
26,948
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Apollo Elementary Renton, WA | 9.0 |
| Benjamin Rush Elementary Redmond, WA | 9.0 |
| Cascade View Elementary School Snoqualmie, WA | 9.0 |
| Discovery Elementary Issaquah, WA | 9.0 |
| Forest View Elementary School Everett, WA | 9.0 |
| Moxee Elementary Moxee, WA | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lexington Elementary
What grades does Lexington Elementary serve?
Lexington Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lexington Elementary?
Lexington Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 803 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lexington Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lexington Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lexington Elementary rank in WA?
Lexington Elementary ranks #108 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Lexington Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lexington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lexington Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Lexington Elementary a charter school?
No, Lexington Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lexington Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lexington Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lexington Elementary?
70.6% of students at Lexington Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 803
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Cowlitz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (360) 501-1450
Resources & Links
District
Kelso School District- District Enrollment
- 4,949
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,984
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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