LEXINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
Lexington High School is a public school that is part of the Henderson County school district, located in Lexington, TN with about 899 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 50 teachers, Lexington High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 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.
For more information, contact Lexington High School at (731) 968-2961 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-2961
http://lexington.hcschoolstn.org
LEXINGTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Lexington, TN with about 899 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- Other
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Henderson County
- Total Students:
- 899
- Teachers:
- 50
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 899 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending LEXINGTON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.
- White
- 78.9%
- Black or African American
- 16.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.6%
- Two or more races
- 1.1%
- Asian
- 0.8%
- Female
- 48.4%
- Male
- 51.6%
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.