Lexington High School

Henderson County
284 White ST
Lexington, TN 38351
901 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Lexington High School, located at 284 White Street in Lexington, Tennessee, serves as a central educational institution for the Henderson County School District. As a secondary school, it is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or entering the workforce. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that encourages both intellectual growth and the development of essential life skills.

Beyond its core curriculum, Lexington High School offers various extracurricular programs, athletic opportunities, and student organizations that foster school spirit and community involvement. By balancing rigorous coursework with diverse student activities, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute positively to their community. For those seeking detailed information regarding academic calendars, school policies, or administrative resources, the district provides updates and documentation through their official website at http://lexington.hcschoolstn.org.
901
Total Students
56.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    671 (74.5 %)
  • Black
    121 (13.4 %)
  • Two or More
    55 (6.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    49 (5.4 %)
  • Asian
    5 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Henderson County
Phone: (731)968-2961
Website: http://lexington.hcschoolstn.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 901
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 56.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 252
Grade 10 247
Grade 11 223
Grade 12 179
Gender Ratio