Best Schools in Lyons, Indiana
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Lyons by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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White River Valley Middle School
Middle · White River Valley School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$85,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$85,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lyons
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | White River Valley Middle School | 5.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $60,795
- Median home value
- $85,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 8%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lyons compares
Median household income
$61k
84% of Indiana median
About Schools in Lyons, Indiana
Lyons, Indiana is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Lyons show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lyons is White River Valley Middle School with a composite score of 5.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lyons is served by 1 school district: White River Valley School District. These districts collectively serve 723 students.
Lyons's community shows 8% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,795. The poverty rate in the area is 10.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 151 students · 5th–8th | 5.4 |
Schools in Lyons
Lyons, Indiana · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,795
Median Home Value
$85,900
Median Rent
$850/mo
Population
1,336
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
85%
Poverty Rate
10.0%
Community Profile
Lyons has a median household income of $60,795. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $85,900, with a median rent of $850/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Indiana
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Lyons, Indiana
How many schools are in Lyons, Indiana?
Lyons has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lyons, Indiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lyons is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Lyons, Indiana?
The top-ranked school in Lyons on MySchoolScout is White River Valley Middle School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Lyons, Indiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Lyons on MySchoolScout is White River Valley Middle School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve Lyons, Indiana?
Lyons is served by 1 school district: White River Valley School District.
What is the education level in Lyons, Indiana?
According to Census data, 8% of adults in Lyons have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lyons, Indiana?
The median household income in Lyons is approximately $60,795 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lyons, Indiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lyons is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lyons, Indiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Indiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.