Serving 284 students in grades 9-12, West Lyon High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: West Lyon High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Inwood, IA, encompassing approximately 247.3 square miles. Most students typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lyon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Lyon High School's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
West Lyon High 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 High School is 0.17, 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
#78 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lyon High School's ranking?
West Lyon High School is ranked #78 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?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Lyon High School?
The graduation rate of West Lyon High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Lyon High School?
284 students attend West Lyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of West Lyon High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lyon High School?
West Lyon High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Lyon High School offer ?
West Lyon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Lyon High School part of?
West Lyon High School is part of West Lyon Comm School District.
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