Serving 437 students in grades 3-5, Lyons Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyons Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Lyons Upper Elementary School's student population of 437 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lyons Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyons Upper Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#584 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
29%
18%
Black
22%
36%
White
42%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyons Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Lyons Upper Elementary School is ranked #584 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lyons Upper Elementary School?
437 students attend Lyons Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lyons Upper Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyons Upper Elementary School?
Lyons Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lyons Upper Elementary School offer ?
Lyons Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Lyons Upper Elementary School part of?
Lyons Upper Elementary School is part of Toombs County School District.
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