Lexington Park Elementary

383 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Lexington Park Elementary School, located on Shangri La Drive in Lexington Park, Maryland, is a public primary school serving the St. Mary’s County Public Schools district. Situated in a community deeply influenced by its proximity to the Patuxent River Naval Air Station, the school plays a vital role in the local educational landscape. It serves a diverse student population, providing foundational instruction from pre-kindergarten through grade five, with a focus on core academic subjects such as reading, mathematics, and science, alongside social and emotional development.

The school is recognized for its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages both academic achievement and civic responsibility. Like other schools within the St. Mary’s County system, Lexington Park Elementary emphasizes the use of data-driven instruction and technology to prepare students for middle school success. By engaging with the local military-connected and civilian community, the school strives to create inclusive programs that address the unique needs of its students, ensuring they have the resources and encouragement necessary to thrive in a collaborative classroom setting.
383
Total Students
30.8
Full-Time Teachers
12.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lexington Park Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White47
Hispanic84
Black197
Asian7
Two or More46
American Indian2
  • Black
    197 (51.4%)
  • Hispanic
    84 (21.9%)
  • White
    47 (12.3%)
  • Two or More
    46 (12.0%)
  • Asian
    7 (1.8%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: St. Mary's County Public Schools
Phone: (301)863-4085
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 383
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 265
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 26
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 39
Kindergarten 55
Grade 1 55
Grade 2 54
Grade 3 58
Grade 4 60
Grade 5 62

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Lexington Park Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten39
Kindergarten55
Grade 155
Grade 254
Grade 358
Grade 460
Grade 562
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Lexington Park Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19450.7%
Male18949.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)