Lexington High School is a public high school in Lexington, South Carolina that provides education for ninth through twelfth grades, serving the communities of Lexington, Lake Murray, and West Lexington. The school's athletic mascot is the Wildcat.
Serving 2,536 students in grades 9-12, Lexington High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lexington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lexington High School's student population of 2,536 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Year Founded
1912
Colors
Blue, Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve
School Rankings
Lexington High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#23 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
12%
31%
White
73%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lexington 01 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington High School's ranking?
Lexington High School is ranked #23 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Lexington High School often compared to?
Lexington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Bluff High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lexington High School?
The graduation rate of Lexington High School is 93%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lexington High School?
2,536 students attend Lexington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lexington High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lexington High School?
Lexington High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
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 01 School District.
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