Serving 293 students in grades 9-12, Lyon County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyon County High School's student population of 293 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lyon County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyon County High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#406 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
4%
11%
White
87%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyon County High School's ranking?
Lyon County High School is ranked #406 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Lyon County High School often compared to?
Lyon County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyon County Middle School, Lyon County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lyon County High School?
The graduation rate of Lyon County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lyon County High School?
293 students attend Lyon County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lyon County High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyon County High School?
Lyon County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lyon County High School offer ?
Lyon County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lyon County High School part of?
Lyon County High School is part of Lyon County School District.
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