Serving 478 students in grades 3-5, Lyons Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lyons Upper Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Lyons, GA, covering an area of approximately 138.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyons Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lyons Upper Elementary School's student population of 478 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lyons Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyons Upper Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#652 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyons Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Lyons Upper Elementary School is ranked #652 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lyons Upper Elementary School?
478 students attend Lyons Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lyons Upper Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyons Upper Elementary School?
Lyons Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lyons Upper Elementary School offer ?
Lyons Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyons Upper Elementary School part of?
Lyons Upper Elementary School is part of Toombs County School District.
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