Serving 185 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lyman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lyman Elementary School serves the northeast part of Lyman, WA, covering an attendance area of approximately 112 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 20 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lyman Elementary School's student population of 185 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Lyman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyman Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#563 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
88%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyman Elementary School's ranking?
Lyman Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lyman Elementary School often compared to?
Lyman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Elementary School, Central 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 41% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lyman Elementary School?
185 students attend Lyman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lyman Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyman Elementary School?
Lyman Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lyman Elementary School offer ?
Lyman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyman Elementary School part of?
Lyman Elementary School is part of Sedro-Woolley School District.
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