Serving 835 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lyman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lyman Elementary School's student population of 835 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
835 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lyman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyman Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#304 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
15%
13%
Black
11%
31%
White
63%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyman Elementary School's ranking?
Lyman Elementary School is ranked #304 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Lyman Elementary School?
835 students attend Lyman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lyman Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyman Elementary School?
Lyman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lyman Elementary School offer ?
Lyman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyman Elementary School part of?
Lyman Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 05 School District.
School Reviews
5 3/16/2020
This school is amazing! This is my last year as a student here, and I am glad to say that this school IS bully free! I have not once encountered a bully. I would definitely recommend this to anyone.
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