Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Lyon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: West Lyon Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Inwood, IA, covering approximately 247.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Lyon Elementary School's student population of 561 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
561 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Lyon Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lyon Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 1992–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
West Lyon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lyon Elementary School's ranking?
West Lyon Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend West Lyon Elementary School?
561 students attend West Lyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Lyon Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lyon Elementary School?
West Lyon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Lyon Elementary School offer ?
West Lyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Lyon Elementary School part of?
West Lyon Elementary School is part of West Lyon Comm School District.
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