South Lyon High School

1000 North Lafayette St
South Lyon, MI 48178
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 10%
Serving 1,326 students in grades 9-12, South Lyon High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (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 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 1,326 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : 92% (Top 20% in MI)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Lyon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

South Lyon High School's student population of 1,326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,326 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
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School Rankings

South Lyon High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lyon High School is 0.22, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#275 out of 2925 schools
(Top 10%)
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52%
36%
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71%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
4%
3%
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Hispanic
4%
9%
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Black
2%
18%
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White
88%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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0.22
This chart display the diversity score of South Lyon High School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
92%
84%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Lyon High School's ranking?
South Lyon High School is ranked #275 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are South Lyon High School often compared to?
South Lyon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Lyon East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 High School?
The graduation rate of South Lyon High School is 92%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Lyon High School?
1,326 students attend South Lyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of South Lyon High School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Lyon High School?
South Lyon High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Lyon High School offer ?
South Lyon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Lyon High School part of?
South Lyon High School is part of South Lyon Community Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,326 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : 92% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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