Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Central Lyon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Lyon Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Rock Rapids, IA, covering approximately 161.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.3 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Lyon Elementary School's student population of 431 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
431 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Lyon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Lyon Elementary School is 0.17, which is less 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
#142 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #142 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Central Lyon Elementary School?
431 students attend Central Lyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Central Lyon Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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