Serving 224 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lyon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lyon Elementary School's student population of 224 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lyon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyon Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#519 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
77%
45%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyon Elementary School's ranking?
Lyon Elementary School is ranked #519 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Lyon Elementary School?
224 students attend Lyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lyon Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
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 Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lyon Elementary School offer ?
Lyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyon Elementary School part of?
Lyon Elementary School is part of Coahoma County School District.
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