Serving 173 students in grades 6-8, Lyons Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lyons Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Lyons, KS, encompassing approximately 116.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyons Middle School's student population of 173 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
173 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Lyons Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyons Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#801 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
47%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
47%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyons Middle School's ranking?
Lyons Middle School is ranked #801 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Lyons Middle School?
173 students attend Lyons Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lyons Middle School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyons Middle School?
Lyons Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lyons Middle School offer ?
Lyons Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyons Middle School part of?
Lyons Middle School is part of Lyons School District.
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