Lexington Park Elementary

398 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Lexington Park Elementary School, located on Shangri La Drive in Lexington Park, Maryland, is a public primary school serving the St. Mary’s County Public Schools district. Situated in a community deeply influenced by its proximity to the Patuxent River Naval Air Station, the school plays a vital role in the local educational landscape. It serves a diverse student population, providing foundational instruction from pre-kindergarten through grade five, with a focus on core academic subjects such as reading, mathematics, and science, alongside social and emotional development.

The school is recognized for its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages both academic achievement and civic responsibility. Like other schools within the St. Mary’s County system, Lexington Park Elementary emphasizes the use of data-driven instruction and technology to prepare students for middle school success. By engaging with the local military-connected and civilian community, the school strives to create inclusive programs that address the unique needs of its students, ensuring they have the resources and encouragement necessary to thrive in a collaborative classroom setting.
398
Total Students
31.1
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lexington Park Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White70
Hispanic64
Black198
Asian10
Two or More53
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    198 (49.7 %)
  • White
    70 (17.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    64 (16.1 %)
  • Two or More
    53 (13.3 %)
  • Asian
    10 (2.5 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: St. Mary's County Public Schools
Phone: (301)863-4085
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 398
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 265
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 26
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 34
Kindergarten 48
Grade 1 60
Grade 2 66
Grade 3 56
Grade 4 70
Grade 5 64

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Lexington Park Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten34
Kindergarten48
Grade 160
Grade 266
Grade 356
Grade 470
Grade 564
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Lexington Park Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18346%
Male21554%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)