Serving 243 students in grades 5-8, Lyman Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wyoming for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wyoming state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wyoming state average of 24% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WY
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyman Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wyoming for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lyman Intermediate School's student population of 243 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lyman Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 309 schools in Wyoming (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyman Intermediate School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 309 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
3%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyman Intermediate School's ranking?
Lyman Intermediate School is ranked #113 out of 309 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wyoming.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% WY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WY state average).
How many students attend Lyman Intermediate School?
243 students attend Lyman Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lyman Intermediate School students are White, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyman Intermediate School?
Lyman Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wyoming state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lyman Intermediate School offer ?
Lyman Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Lyman Intermediate School part of?
Lyman Intermediate School is part of Uinta County School District #6.
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