Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lyons Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyons Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lyons Elementary School's student population of 255 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Educate all students to their highest potential by fostering a cooperative, creative, community-based environment.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Lyons Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyons Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#45 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
37%
White
85%
49%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyons Elementary School's ranking?
Lyons Elementary School is ranked #45 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Lyons Elementary School often compared to?
Lyons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Estes Park K-5 School, Big Thompson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Lyons Elementary School?
255 students attend Lyons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lyons Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyons Elementary School?
Lyons Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lyons Elementary School offer ?
Lyons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyons Elementary School part of?
Lyons Elementary School is part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j.
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