Serving 243 students in grades 6-8, Lyon County Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyon County Middle School's student population of 243 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lyon County Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyon County Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#374 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
3%
11%
White
86%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyon County Middle School's ranking?
Lyon County Middle School is ranked #374 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Lyon County Middle School often compared to?
Lyon County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyon County High School, Lyon County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Lyon County Middle School?
243 students attend Lyon County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Lyon County Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyon County Middle School?
Lyon County Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lyon County Middle School offer ?
Lyon County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyon County Middle School part of?
Lyon County Middle School is part of Lyon County School District.
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