Lexington High School

251 Waltham Street
Lexington, MA 02421
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 1%
Lexington High School is a public high school located in Lexington, Massachusetts, serving students in ninth through twelfth grade. It is one of two high schools in Lexington, and is part of the Lexington Public Schools system.
Serving 2,405 students in grades 9-12, Lexington High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,405 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : ≥99% (Top 1% in MA)
  • : Top 1%
  • : 94% (Top 1%)
  • : 88% (Top 1%)
  • : 85% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lexington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

School Overview

Lexington High School's student population of 2,405 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 211 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
211 teachers
Year Founded
1854
Colors
Blue, Gold

School Rankings

Lexington High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1 out of 1626 schools
(Top 1%)
94%
42%
88%
44%
85%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
47%
8%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
37%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lexington School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Minutemen

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lexington High School's ranking?
Lexington High School is ranked #1 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lexington High School?
The graduation rate of Lexington High School is 99%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lexington High School?
2,405 students attend Lexington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lexington High School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lexington High School?
Lexington High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lexington High School offer ?
Lexington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lexington High School part of?
Lexington High School is part of Lexington School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,405 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : ≥99% (Top 1%)
  • : Top 1%
  • : 94% (Top 1%)
  • : 88% (Top 1%)
  • : 85% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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