For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 637 students in Lyons, CO.
The top ranked public schools in Lyons, CO are Lyons Elementary School and Lyons Middle/senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lyons, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Lyons have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lyons, CO (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lyons Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
338 High Street
Lyons, CO 80540
(303) 823-6915
Lyons, CO 80540
(303) 823-6915
Grades: PK-5
| 265 students
Rank: #22.
Lyons Middle/senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Mcconnell Drive
Lyons, CO 80540
(303) 823-6631
Lyons, CO 80540
(303) 823-6631
Grades: 6-12
| 372 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lyons, CO?
The top ranked public schools in Lyons, CO include Lyons Elementary School and Lyons Middle/senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Lyons?
2 public schools are located in Lyons.
What is the racial composition of students in Lyons?
Lyons public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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