Lexington District One is the largest district in Lexington County, comprised of 26 schools in total: Fourteen elementary, one intermediate school, six middle schools, four high schools and one technology center. Since 2003, the list of District One projects includes completion of six new schools, nine major additions to existing schools, thirteen renovation projects and four new high school stadiums. Also setting the standard for academic excellence, Lexington District One has performed above the state and national SAT score average for 17 consecutive years. In 2008, District One graduates grossed over $31 million in scholarships for academic achievements. Lexington District One can also be noted for more than equitable compensation for teachers. The district's 2008-2009 operating budget totaled $172,244,792, 87.3 percent of which went toward salaries and related costs.
Midway Elementary School - 474 students
Recently named a Red Carpet school in 2008, Midway Elementary is a perfect choice for parents with young children in the Lexington area. Some of Midway's other accolades include consecutive Palmetto Gold and Silver Awards for the past 7 years, recognition as a national Blue Ribbon School and 10 National Board Certified Teachers.
Lexington Middle School - 1,058 students
"Lexington Middle. Where Learning Means Success." One of Lexington District 1's top middle schools, this namesake is not only a Palmetto Gold Award school winner, but is also home to a Milken Family Foundation National Educator Award recipient and is home to 122 of the 209 Junior Scholar students the district produced for the 2007-2008 school year.
Lexington High School - 2,440 students
Only one school can claim the inaugural Palmetto's Finest Award, given to Lexington High School in 1997. In 2004, Lexington High and Spring Valley High were crowned state co-champions in the AAAA SAT competition. For more information about Lexington High's achievements and test statistics, view the LHS Profile Brochure (PDF)
*All statistics, achievements and enrollment compiled from http://www.lexington1.net and http://ed.sc.gov.
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