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Lexington Park Elementary School

46763 Shangri La Dr
Lexington Park, MD 20653
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lexington Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 418 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • : Bottom 50% in MD
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lexington Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Lexington Park Elementary School's student population of 418 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Motto
Every child can learn and perform at the highest academic levels.

School Rankings

Lexington Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lexington Park Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MD)
#1065 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
6-9%
27%
31%
45%
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
51%
33%
White
16%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lexington Park Elementary School's ranking?
Lexington Park Elementary School is ranked #1065 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lexington Park Elementary School often compared to?
Lexington Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lexington Park Elementary School?
418 students attend Lexington Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lexington Park Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lexington Park Elementary School?
Lexington Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lexington Park Elementary School offer ?
Lexington Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lexington Park Elementary School part of?
Lexington Park Elementary School is part of St. Mary's County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 418 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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