Excellent
#235 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 17% in state
Lyons Mill Elementary
Elementary School · Baltimore County Public Schools
9435 Lyons Mill Rd, Owings Mills, MD 21117
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#235 of 1,363
In Owings Mills
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#27 of 169
Baltimore County Public Schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Lyons Mill Elementary
Lyons Mill Elementary is a public elementary school in Owings Mills, MD, part of Baltimore County Public Schools. Lyons Mill Elementary serves approximately 645 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lyons Mill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #235 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Lyons Mill Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 5.5
- MD avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Lyons Mill Elementary — Students at Lyons Mill Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 16 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Lyons Mill Elementary Compares
See how Lyons Mill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9435 Lyons Mill Rd, Owings Mills, MD 21117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lyons Mill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Randallstown Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Randallstown), a more accessible option. Another option is Winand Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), a more accessible option. Additionally, Deer Park Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Owings Mills, see our Owings Mills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Randallstown High Randallstown | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| New Town High Owings Mills | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Deer Park Elementary Owings Mills | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| CHILDRENS MAGNET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Owings Mills | 0.8 mi | — |
| New Town Elementary Owings Mills | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Deer Park Middle Magnet School Randallstown | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| MCDONOGH SCHOOL Owings Mills | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Randallstown Elementary Randallstown | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HARBOUR SCHOOL AT BALTIMORE Owings Mills | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Owings Mills High Owings Mills | 2.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Hernwood Elementary Randallstown | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Church Lane Elementary Randallstown | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Owings Mills Elementary Owings Mills | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| TORAH INSTITUTE Owings Mills | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Windsor Mill Middle Baltimore | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Winand Elementary Baltimore | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Winfield Elementary Baltimore | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Cedarmere Elementary Reisterstown | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ISRAEL HENRY BEREN HIGH SCHOOL Baltimore | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ST THOMAS PRE SCHOOL Owings Mills | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,934
Median Home Value
$370,700
Median Rent
$1,817/mo
Population
61,337
College Educated
47.8%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashburton Elementary Bethesda, MD | 8.2 |
| Atholton Elementary Columbia, MD | 8.2 |
| Beall Elementary Frostburg, MD | 8.2 |
| Davidsonville Elementary Davidsonville, MD | 8.2 |
| East Silver Spring Elementary Silver Spring, MD | 8.2 |
| Four Seasons Elementary Gambrills, MD | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lyons Mill Elementary
What grades does Lyons Mill Elementary serve?
Lyons Mill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lyons Mill Elementary?
Lyons Mill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 645 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lyons Mill Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lyons Mill Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lyons Mill Elementary rank in MD?
Lyons Mill Elementary ranks #235 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Lyons Mill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lyons Mill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lyons Mill Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lyons Mill Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Lyons Mill Elementary a charter school?
No, Lyons Mill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lyons Mill Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lyons Mill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lyons Mill Elementary?
47.3% of students at Lyons Mill Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 645
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Baltimore County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.4%
- Phone
- (443) 809-1719
Resources & Links
District
Baltimore County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,275
- Schools in District
- 179
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,666
- District Rank
- #27 of 169
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