For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,780 students in 38351, TN (there are 1 private school, serving 44 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 38351, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 38351, TN are Lexington Middle School, Paul G. Caywood Elementary School and Lexington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 38351 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 38351, TN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 38351, TN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lexington Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
112 Airways
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-8457
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-8457
Gr: 6-8 | 238 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Paul G. Caywood Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
162 Monroe Ave
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-8457
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-8457
Gr: PK-5 | 655 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Lexington High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
284 White St
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-2961
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-2961
Gr: 9-12 | 890 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Pin Oak Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19925 Hwy 412 East
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-7341
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-7341
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Bargerton Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6141 Poplar Springs/bargerton
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-7484
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-7484
Gr: PK-8 | 263 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
South Haven Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5455 Highway 22 A
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-6890
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 968-6890
Gr: PK-8 | 341 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
680 East Church St
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 967-9527
Lexington, TN 38351
(731) 967-9527
Gr: 6-12 | 49 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 38351, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in 38351, TN include Lexington Middle School, Paul G. Caywood Elementary School and Lexington High School.
How many public schools are located in 38351?
7 public schools are located in 38351.
What percentage of students in 38351 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 38351 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 38351?
38351 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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