Serving 452 students in grades 3-5, Lyons Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyons Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lyons Upper Elementary School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lyons Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyons Upper Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
27%
18%
Black
23%
36%
White
43%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyons Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Lyons Upper Elementary School is ranked #812 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Lyons Upper Elementary School?
452 students attend Lyons Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lyons Upper Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyons Upper Elementary School?
Lyons Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lyons Upper Elementary School offer ?
Lyons Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Lyons Upper Elementary School part of?
Lyons Upper Elementary School is part of Toombs County School District.
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