Serving 330 students in grades 6-8, Albert R. Lyman Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Albert R Lyman Middle serves the southern part of Blanding, UT, covering an expansive area of approximately 1,545.2 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 53.1 miles, and the furthest edge reaching up to 65.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albert R. Lyman Middle School's student population of 330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
330 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Albert R. Lyman Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert R. Lyman Middle School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#669 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)39%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
40%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
48%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert R. Lyman Middle School's ranking?
Albert R. Lyman Middle School is ranked #669 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Albert R. Lyman Middle School?
330 students attend Albert R. Lyman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Albert R. Lyman Middle School students are White, 40% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albert R. Lyman Middle School?
Albert R. Lyman Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Albert R. Lyman Middle School offer ?
Albert R. Lyman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Albert R. Lyman Middle School part of?
Albert R. Lyman Middle School is part of San Juan School District.
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