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Lex La-Ray Technical Center
Lexington, Missouri · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 2323 High School Dr, Lexington, MO 64067 · Phone: 66025922646001 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lex La-Ray Technical Center is a public trade school in Lexington, Missouri, offering LPN/LVN programs and auto mechanic training, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Lex La-Ray Technical Center has a 100.0% completion rate, above the Missouri state average of 69.3%, and median earnings of $52,142 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Lex La-Ray Technical Center is $17,994, and the school accepts federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants, with 45.5% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,580 | $61,530 | $70,230 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,950 | $49,160 | $63,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Missouri (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | $41,717 | not reported | $10,167 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Lex La-Ray Technical Center is a public trade and career training campus in Lexington, Missouri. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and, for its nursing program, by the Missouri State Board of Nursing, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for programs here. The campus's two program families are LPN/LVN programs, which account for the bulk of its enrollment, and auto mechanic training.
Federal data shows a 100.0% completion rate for trade completers at this campus, which is above the Missouri state average of 69.3%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $52,142. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,994, and 45.5% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a small enrollment of about 25 students and a focus on LPN and auto mechanic training, this campus fits students seeking short, focused career-training programs rather than multi-year associate degrees; whether it suits an adult career-changer depends on scheduling details not reported in this data, so contacting the school directly is recommended. Located in a distant rural setting, it primarily serves the immediate region. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education or Missouri State Board of Nursing and review current outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lex La-Ray Technical Center offers LPN/LVN programs and auto mechanic training, with LPN programs making up the majority of its 21 trade completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its nursing program is also recognized by the Missouri State Board of Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 100.0%, which is above the Missouri state average of 69.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $52,142.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,994.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Lex La-Ray Technical Center is a public school, which typically means lower tuition and eligibility for state and federal funding support.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for schedule and duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education or Missouri State Board of Nursing, and check outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?177931.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short, focused programs in LPN and auto mechanic fields, but specific scheduling or adult-learner accommodations are not reported in this data, so contacting the school is recommended.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
The LPN program is aligned with Missouri State Board of Nursing licensure requirements, though specific licensing steps are not detailed in this data; contact the school for guidance.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lex La-Ray Technical Center by phone at 660-259-2264 or visit https://www.lexlaray.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.