Serving 988 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lyon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 988 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lyon Elementary School serves the northwest part of Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyon Elementary School's student population of 988 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
988 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
Lyon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyon Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2227 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
90%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyon Elementary School's ranking?
Lyon Elementary School is ranked #2227 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Lyon Elementary School often compared to?
Lyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thorp O A Elementary Scholastic Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lyon Elementary School?
988 students attend Lyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lyon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyon Elementary School?
Lyon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lyon Elementary School offer ?
Lyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lyon Elementary School part of?
Lyon Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Lyon Elementary School located?
Lyon Elementary School is located in the Belmont Central neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Belmont Central.
School Reviews
Review Lyon Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
What Makes an Elementary School Feel Supportive?
Discover what makes one elementary school more supportive than another, from teacher relationships and family communication to classroom attention, belonging, student services, leadership, routines, and responsive academic support systems.
Second School Tour: Questions Parents Forget to Ask
A second school tour can reveal what families miss initially. Learn which questions to ask about teachers, support, schedules, safety, communication, programs, and everyday student life before enrolling.
Attendance Policies Are Changing: Parent Guide 2026
Attendance policies are changing across public schools. Learn what parents should examine about absences, tardiness, interventions, flexibility, communication, and student support before choosing a school for their child today.
