Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Central Lyon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Lyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central Lyon Elementary School's student population of 439 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Lyon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Lyon Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#55 out of 1221 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Lyon Elementary School's ranking?
Central Lyon Elementary School is ranked #55 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Central Lyon Elementary School?
439 students attend Central Lyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Central Lyon Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Lyon Elementary School?
Central Lyon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Lyon Elementary School offer ?
Central Lyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Lyon Elementary School part of?
Central Lyon Elementary School is part of Central Lyon Comm School District.
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