Serving 299 students in grades 6-8, Lexington Trad Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lexington Trad Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lexington Trad Magnet School's student population of 299 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Lexington Trad Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington Trad Magnet School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1090 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
58%
11%
White
21%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lexington Trad Magnet School's ranking?
Lexington Trad Magnet School is ranked #1090 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Lexington Trad Magnet School often compared to?
Lexington Trad Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crawford Middle School, William Wells Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Lexington Trad Magnet School?
299 students attend Lexington Trad Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lexington Trad Magnet School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lexington Trad Magnet School?
Lexington Trad Magnet School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lexington Trad Magnet School offer ?
Lexington Trad Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lexington Trad Magnet School part of?
Lexington Trad Magnet School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lexington Trad Magnet School located?
Lexington Trad Magnet School is located in the North Upper Street neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 1 other public schools located in North Upper Street.
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