Serving 820 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Linda Lyon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 820 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linda Lyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Linda Lyon Elementary School's student population of 820 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
820 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Linda Lyon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linda Lyon Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1139 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
17%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
58%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linda Lyon Elementary School's ranking?
Linda Lyon Elementary School is ranked #1139 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Linda Lyon Elementary School often compared to?
Linda Lyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amy Parks-heath Elementary School, Sharon Shannon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Linda Lyon Elementary School?
820 students attend Linda Lyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Linda Lyon Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linda Lyon Elementary School?
Linda Lyon Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Linda Lyon Elementary School offer ?
Linda Lyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Linda Lyon Elementary School part of?
Linda Lyon Elementary School is part of Rockwall Independent School District.
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