Serving 165 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Northeast Elementary At Lyons ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast Elementary at Lyons serves the entire district of Lyons, NE, covering approximately 156.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast Elementary At Lyons's student population of 165 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Northeast Elementary At Lyons ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast Elementary At Lyons is 0.24, 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
#429 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Elementary At Lyons's ranking?
Northeast Elementary At Lyons is ranked #429 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Northeast Elementary At Lyons?
165 students attend Northeast Elementary At Lyons.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Northeast Elementary At Lyons students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast Elementary At Lyons?
Northeast Elementary At Lyons has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northeast Elementary At Lyons offer ?
Northeast Elementary At Lyons offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Elementary At Lyons part of?
Northeast Elementary At Lyons is part of Lyons-Decatur Northeast Schools.
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