For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,434 students in South Lyon, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in South Lyon, MI are South Lyon High School and South Lyon East High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
South Lyon, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in South Lyon have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Michigan public high schools.
South Lyon, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Lyon East High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in South Lyon, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Lyon High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 N Lafayette St
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8150
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8150
Grades: 9-12
| 1,253 students
Rank: #22.
South Lyon East High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
52000 10 Mile Rd
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8700
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8700
Grades: 9-12
| 1,181 students
Rank: n/an/a
Special Education
Special Education School
62500 9 Mile Rd
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8220
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8220
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
South Lyon, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
310 North Warren St
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8360
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8360
Grades: PK
| n/a students
South Lyon Adult And Alternative High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1000 N. Lafayette
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8165
South Lyon, MI 48178
(248) 573-8165
Grades: 9-12
| 68 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in South Lyon, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in South Lyon, MI include South Lyon High School and South Lyon East High School.
How many public high schools are located in South Lyon?
3 public high schools are located in South Lyon.
What is the racial composition of students in South Lyon?
South Lyon public high schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in South Lyon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in South Lyon include: South Lyon East High School vs. South Lyon High School, South Lyon High School vs. South Lyon East High School
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