The main campus of Lex La - Ray Technical Center is in Lexington, Missouri (a town not particularly near any major cities). The school is a public school. Lex La - Ray Technical Center offers degrees up to the Certificate.
The school offers a wide array of programs of study, compared to other schools of its size. Lex La - Ray Technical Center students most commonly major in a field related to nursing and emergency medicine and production trades.
The school admits all qualified candidates under its open-admission policy.
Lex La - Ray Technical Center offers tenure to reward and retain some professors.
In 2005, the school had 40 enrolled students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"GOALS/OBJECTIVES: In order to implement our philosophy, we at Lex La-Ray commit ourselves to teaching the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for a world-class work force by striving to: 1. Provide a competent, caring staff and up-to-date facilities, equipment, and instructional materials. 2. Provide opportunities for secondary and post-secondary students to develop occupational competence through instruction in the knowledge and skills needed to gain employment at entry levels or to upgrade existing skills. 3. Assist each student in developing characteristics necessary for acquiring and holding a job. These include punctuality, attendance, self-control, sense of responsibility, teamwork, and personal hygiene. 4. Provide opportunities through experience for students to develop occupational safety habits and an understanding of the need for conservation of time, materials, and equipment. 5. Develop both personal and group leadership skills in each student by encouraging participation in class and club activities. 6. Aid graduates in reaching their career goals by assisting them in securing employment in their field of training or in obtaining advanced training through post-secondary education."
More complete details are provided below.
Lex La - Ray Technical Center
2323 High School Dr
Lexington, MO 64067-1525
http://www.lexington.k12.mo.us
Lex La - Ray Technical Center awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 18 | licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant |
| Production Trades | 6 | welding, machinist |
| Mechanics And Repair | 5 | autobody repair, automobile mechanics |
| Engineering Technician | 3 | computer systems tech |
| Office And Administration | 3 | general office occupations |
| Construction Trades | 1 | carpentry |
Number of programs and degrees for Lex La - Ray Technical Center in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 36 | 9 |
In 2005, Lex La - Ray Technical Center had a total enrollment of 40 students (36 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 98% |
| Other Races | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Missouri | 98% |
| Texas | 2% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 82 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 67% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Lexington, Missouri for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Missouri Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Lex La - Ray Technical Center participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2142200)
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Carpentry/Carpenter
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Welding Technology/Welder
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Lex La - Ray Technical Center Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
Tenure system for quality teaching
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