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Excellent

#81 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 4% in state

Lyon Elementary

Elementary School · REPUBLIC R-III

201 E. HIGHWAY 174, Republic, MO 65738

Enrollment

432

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#81 of 2,221

In Republic

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

REPUBLIC R-III

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Lyon Elementary

8.8/10

Elementary School in Republic · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lyon Elementary

Lyon Elementary is a public elementary school in Republic, MO, part of REPUBLIC R-III. Lyon Elementary serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #81 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Lyon Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+7.44 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.7% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.6% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+15.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.4 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,667
Chronic Absenteeism14.4%

Lyon Elementary — Students at Lyon Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.0% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
47.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
45%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
57%
ELA
50.5%
2025
Math
63.7%
ELA
58.7%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Lyon Elementary Compares

See how Lyon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
96th percentile in MO
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

201 E. HIGHWAY 174, Republic, MO 65738

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lyon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRICE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SWEENY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WILLARD CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Springfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Republic, see our Republic schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
SWEENY ELEMENTARY Republic 0.1 mi 8.5
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Republic 0.3 mi 3.3
PRICE ELEMENTARY Republic 0.3 mi 8.6
SCHOFIELD ELEMENTARY Republic 0.4 mi 6.3
MCCULLOCH ELEMENTARY Republic 0.5 mi 7.6
REPUBLIC MIDDLE Republic 0.6 mi 6.9
REPUBLIC HIGH Republic 3.5 mi 6.7
CLEVER HIGH Clever 6.4 mi 6.8
CLEVER ELEM. Clever 6.8 mi 7.8
BILLINGS ELEM. Billings 6.4 mi 5.4
BILLINGS SR. HIGH Billings 6.4 mi 7.3
WILSON'S CREEK 5-6 INTER. CTR. Battlefield 6.2 mi 7.0
WILLARD ORCHARD HILLS ELEM Springfield 7.5 mi 7.8
WILSON CREEK GROUP HOME Springfield 7.2 mi
COMMUNITY LEARNING CTR. Springfield 7.3 mi
BOIS D'ARC ELEM. Bois D'Arc 8.7 mi 7.0
WILLARD INTERMEDIATE-SOUTH Springfield 7.8 mi 5.3
WILLARD CENTRAL ELEM. Springfield 8.7 mi 8.0
ADAH FULBRIGHT EARLY CHILDHOOD Springfield 7.5 mi 3.8
MCBRIDE ELEM. Springfield 7.4 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65738 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,848

Median Home Value

$195,400

Median Rent

$1,069/mo

Population

21,117

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

35.5

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BOONE TRAIL ELEM. Wentzville, MO 8.8
EDGAR ROAD ELEM. St. Louis, MO 8.8
FORSYTH SCHOOL St. Louis, MO 8.8
GAINESVILLE ELEM. Gainesville, MO 8.8
JOHN NOWLIN ELEM. Blue Springs, MO 8.8
LINCOLN ELEM. Troy, MO 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lyon Elementary

What grades does Lyon Elementary serve?

Lyon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lyon Elementary?

Lyon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lyon Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lyon Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lyon Elementary rank in MO?

Lyon Elementary ranks #81 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Lyon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Lyon Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lyon Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is Lyon Elementary a charter school?

No, Lyon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lyon Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lyon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lyon Elementary?

46.3% of students at Lyon 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Greene County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

District

REPUBLIC R-III
District Enrollment
5,281
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,667
District Rank
#1 of 8

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