South Lyon East High School is a public high school in Lyon Township, Michigan in Metro Detroit, near South Lyon. It is a part of South Lyon Community Schools and the Oakland Schools intermediate school district. It is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 1,174 students in grades 9-12, South Lyon East High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: South Lyon East High School serves the southeast part of South Lyon, MI, covering an attendance area of approximately 61.2 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 10.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Lyon East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Lyon East High School's student population of 1,174 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Motto
'To Provide an Exceptional Learning Experience'
School Rankings
South Lyon East High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lyon East High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#484 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lyon East High School's ranking?
South Lyon East High School is ranked #484 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are South Lyon East High School often compared to?
South Lyon East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Lyon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Lyon East High School?
The graduation rate of South Lyon East High School is 94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend South Lyon East High School?
1,174 students attend South Lyon East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of South Lyon East High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Lyon East High School?
South Lyon East High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Lyon East High School offer ?
South Lyon East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Lyon East High School part of?
South Lyon East High School is part of South Lyon Community Schools.
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