Serving 266 students in grades 9-12, Lyons Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lyons Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Lyons, NY, covering an area of approximately 57.2 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 4.4 miles, with the furthest point being 8.7 miles away, and typical drive times to the school range from 10 to 12 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyons Senior High School's student population of 266 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lyons Senior High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-89%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
11%
15%
White
66%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lyons Senior High School often compared to?
Lyons Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Creek High School, Clyde-savannah High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lyons Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Lyons Senior High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Lyons Senior High School?
266 students attend Lyons Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lyons Senior High School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyons Senior High School?
Lyons Senior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lyons Senior High School offer ?
Lyons Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lyons Senior High School part of?
Lyons Senior High School is part of Lyons Central School District.
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