Lexington High School is the high school of Lexington Community Unit School District 7 in Lexington, Illinois. The high school usually enrolls 40 to 50 students in each of the 4 grade levels.
Serving 110 students in grades 6-8, Lexington Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lexington Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Lexington Jr High School's student population of 110 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
110 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Lexington Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington Jr High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1193 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington Jr High School's ranking?
Lexington Jr High School is ranked #1193 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lexington Jr High School?
110 students attend Lexington Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lexington Jr High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lexington Jr High School?
Lexington Jr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lexington Jr High School offer ?
Lexington Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lexington Jr High School part of?
Lexington Jr High School is part of Lexington CUSD 7 School District.
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