Serving 1,188 students in grades 9-12, South Lyon East High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Lyon East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
South Lyon East High School's student population of 1,188 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Lyon East High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lyon East High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#420 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
78%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lyon East High School's ranking?
South Lyon East High School is ranked #420 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are South Lyon East High School often compared to?
South Lyon East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Lyon 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 36% MI state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Lyon East High School?
The graduation rate of South Lyon East High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Lyon East High School?
1,188 students attend South Lyon East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of South Lyon East High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Lyon East High School?
South Lyon East High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Lyon East High School offer ?
South Lyon East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Lyon East High School part of?
South Lyon East High School is part of South Lyon Community Schools School District.
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