Serving 803 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lexington Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lexington Elementary School's student population of 803 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
803 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Lexington Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#974 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
73%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington Elementary School's ranking?
Lexington Elementary School is ranked #974 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lexington Elementary School?
803 students attend Lexington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lexington Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lexington Elementary School?
Lexington Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lexington Elementary School offer ?
Lexington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lexington Elementary School part of?
Lexington Elementary School is part of Kelso School District.
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