For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,019 students in Lyons, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 319 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Lyons, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Lyons, GA are Toombs Central Elementary School, Lyons Upper Elementary School and Toombs County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lyons, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Georgia public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Lyons have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lyons, GA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Toombs Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6287 Us Highway 1 S
Lyons, GA 30436
(912) 565-7781
Lyons, GA 30436
(912) 565-7781
Grades: PK-5
| 502 students
Rank: #22.
Lyons Upper Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
803 S State St
Lyons, GA 30436
(912) 526-5816
Lyons, GA 30436
(912) 526-5816
Grades: 3-5
| 437 students
Rank: #33.
Toombs County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Bulldog Rd
Lyons, GA 30436
(912) 526-4286
Lyons, GA 30436
(912) 526-4286
Grades: 9-12
| 853 students
Rank: #44.
Toombs County Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
701 Bulldog Rd
Lyons, GA 30436
(912) 526-8363
Lyons, GA 30436
(912) 526-8363
Grades: 6-8
| 670 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lyons Primary School
Magnet School
600 Bulldog Rd
Lyons, GA 30436
(912) 526-8391
Lyons, GA 30436
(912) 526-8391
Grades: PK-2
| 557 students
Lyons, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cedarwood Psychoeducational Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
191-1 N. Lanier Street
Lyons, GA 30436
(912) 526-4733
Lyons, GA 30436
(912) 526-4733
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lyons, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Lyons, GA include Toombs Central Elementary School, Lyons Upper Elementary School and Toombs County High School.
How many public schools are located in Lyons?
5 public schools are located in Lyons.
What percentage of students in Lyons go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Lyons are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lyons?
Lyons public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 64% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Lyons are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Lyons include: Lyons Primary School vs. Toombs Central Elementary School
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