There were 2,851 students enrolled in Lexington City Schools in the 2023-24 school year, 1% less than the previous year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
Lexington City Schools roughly covers seven schools within Davidson County and has a main office in Lexington.
Among the seven schools in Lexington City Schools, Lexington Senior High School recorded the highest enrollment of 907 students in the 2023-24 school year.
North Carolina’s student-teacher ratio is roughly 15.4 students per teacher, aligning with the national average. However, rising teacher turnover threatens to push class sizes higher, making it harder for students to get individualized attention.
If vacancies continue to grow, schools may struggle to maintain this ratio, impacting the quality of instruction. Districts in lower-funded areas face the biggest challenges, as limited budgets make it harder to attract and retain teachers.
| School | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|
| Lexington Senior High School | 907 |
| Lexington Middle School | 598 |
| Pickett Elementary School | 382 |
| Southwest Elementary Global Academy | 379 |
| Charles England Elementary School | 346 |
| South Lexington School | 213 |
| South Lexington Developmental Center | 26 |
