Lexington Senior High School

School Overview
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/.
928
Total Students
50.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lexington Senior High School
Demographic Student Count
White158
Hispanic351
Black281
Asian47
Two or More84
American Indian3
Pacific Islander4
  • Hispanic
    351 (37.8 %)
  • Black
    281 (30.3 %)
  • White
    158 (17.0 %)
  • Two or More
    84 (9.1 %)
  • Asian
    47 (5.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.4 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Lexington City Schools
Phone: (336)242-1574
Website: http://www.lexcs.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 928
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 50.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 874
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 327
Grade 10 248
Grade 11 193
Grade 12 160

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Lexington Senior High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9327
Grade 10248
Grade 11193
Grade 12160
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Lexington Senior High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female47351%
Male45549%