Serving 3,842 students in grades 9-12, Lyons Twp High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,842 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyons Twp High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lyons Twp High School's student population of 3,842 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 256 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,842 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
256 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lyons Twp High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyons Twp High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#343 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
25%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
66%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyons Twp High School's ranking?
Lyons Twp High School is ranked #343 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lyons Twp High School often compared to?
Lyons Twp High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Brookfield Twp High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lyons Twp High School?
The graduation rate of Lyons Twp High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lyons Twp High School?
3,842 students attend Lyons Twp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lyons Twp High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyons Twp High School?
Lyons Twp High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lyons Twp High School offer ?
Lyons Twp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lyons Twp High School part of?
Lyons Twp High School is part of Lyons TWP HSD 204 School District.
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