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Lyon Elementary School

2941 N Mcvicker Ave
Chicago, IL 60634
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 980 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lyon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 980 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Lyon Elementary School's student population of 980 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
980 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers

School Rankings

Lyon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyon Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#2227 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
15%
27%
23%
30%
36%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
92%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.15
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lyon Elementary School's ranking?
Lyon Elementary School is ranked #2227 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Lyon Elementary School?
980 students attend Lyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lyon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyon Elementary School?
Lyon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lyon Elementary School offer ?
Lyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Lyon Elementary School part of?
Lyon Elementary School is part of Chicago 51爆料s District 299.
In what neighborhood is Lyon Elementary School located?
Lyon Elementary School is located in the Belmont Central neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Belmont Central.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 980 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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