Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, E. E. Lyon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: E. E. Lyon Elementary School serves the northwest part of Covington, LA, covering an area of approximately 35.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E. E. Lyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
E. E. Lyon Elementary School's student population of 628 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Motto
Once a Lion…Always a LEADER!
School Rankings
E. E. Lyon Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E. E. Lyon Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#338 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Red
School Mascot
Lil' Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E. E. Lyon Elementary School's ranking?
E. E. Lyon Elementary School is ranked #338 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are E. E. Lyon Elementary School often compared to?
E. E. Lyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abita Springs Elementary School, Covington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend E. E. Lyon Elementary School?
628 students attend E. E. Lyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of E. E. Lyon Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E. E. Lyon Elementary School?
E. E. Lyon Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does E. E. Lyon Elementary School offer ?
E. E. Lyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is E. E. Lyon Elementary School part of?
E. E. Lyon Elementary School is part of St. Tammany Parish School District.
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