LEXINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Lexington Senior High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Lexington City Schools school district, located in Lexington, NC with about 837 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 54 teachers, Lexington Senior High has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lexington Senior High School, located at 26 Penry Street in Lexington, North Carolina, serves as the primary high school for the Lexington City Schools district. The school is deeply rooted in its community, emphasizing a tradition of academic growth, athletic competitiveness, and civic engagement. As the flagship secondary institution for the city, it provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment that encourages student involvement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and arts programs. By prioritizing both academic achievement and character development, Lexington Senior High aims to empower its diverse student body to become productive and responsible citizens. For those looking for more specific information regarding current academic policies, faculty contact details, or district-wide initiatives, the school maintains an official presence through the Lexington City Schools website at http://www.lexcs.org/.

For more information, contact Lexington Senior High at (336) 242-1574 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

26 Penry Street
Lexington, NC 27292
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LEXINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lexington, NC with about 837 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
837
Teachers:
54
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 837 students

Hispanic/Latino
36.2%
Black or African American
31.5%
White
19.6%
Two or more races
6.5%
Asian
5.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
51.0%
Male
49.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.