Serving 128 students in grades 7-8, West Lyon Junior High School ranks in the top 20% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lyon Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
West Lyon Junior High School's student population of 128 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
128 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
West Lyon Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lyon Junior High School is 0.22, 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
#217 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
88%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lyon Junior High School's ranking?
West Lyon Junior High School is ranked #217 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend West Lyon Junior High School?
128 students attend West Lyon Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of West Lyon Junior High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lyon Junior High School?
West Lyon Junior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Lyon Junior High School offer ?
West Lyon Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Lyon Junior High School part of?
West Lyon Junior High School is part of West Lyon Comm School District.
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