Best Schools in Lyle, Minnesota
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Lyle High School
High · Lyle Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lyle Elementary
Elementary · Lyle Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$168,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$168,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lyle
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lyle High School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Lyle Elementary | 3.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $66,705
- Median home value
- $168,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lyle compares
Minnesota rank
#229 of 229
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.7
below Minnesota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$67k
79% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Lyle, Minnesota
Lyle, Minnesota is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Lyle 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 Lyle is Lyle High School with a composite score of 5.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lyle is served by 1 school district: LYLE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 309 students.
Lyle's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,705. The poverty rate in the area is 12.5%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 130 students · Pre-K–4th | 3.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 95 students · 5th–8th | 4.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 84 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
Schools in Lyle
Lyle, Minnesota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,705
Median Home Value
$168,800
Median Rent
$525/mo
Population
918
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Community Profile
Lyle has a median household income of $66,705. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $168,800, with a median rent of $525/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
School District
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Other Major Cities in Minnesota
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lyle, Minnesota
How many schools are in Lyle, Minnesota?
Lyle has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lyle, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lyle is 4.5 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 Lyle, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Lyle on MySchoolScout is Lyle High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lyle, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lyle on MySchoolScout is Lyle Elementary with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best high school in Lyle, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Lyle on MySchoolScout is Lyle High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Lyle, Minnesota?
Lyle is served by 1 school district: Lyle Public School District.
What is the education level in Lyle, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Lyle have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lyle, Minnesota?
The median household income in Lyle is approximately $66,705 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lyle, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lyle is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lyle, Minnesota?
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, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.