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Lyons Community School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
223 GRAHAM AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,299 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#413 of 570
public schools
In district
#26 of 38
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Lyons Community School
Lyons Community School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14. Lyons Community School serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lyons Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,299 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Lyons Community School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lyons Community School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Lyons Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
98% of students at Lyons Community School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lyons Community School — Students at Lyons Community School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Lyons Community School Compares
See how Lyons Community School 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
223 GRAHAM AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lyons Community School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BROOKLYN LATIN SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.3/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGH SCHOOL FOR ENTERPRISE BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY (THE) (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,280
Median Home Value
$822,100
Median Rent
$1,558/mo
Population
89,231
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
10.9%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
33.1%
Median Age
30.7
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| URBAN ASSEMBLY MAKER ACADEMY New York, NY | 5.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lyons Community School
What grades does Lyons Community School serve?
Lyons Community School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Lyons Community School?
Lyons Community School has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lyons Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lyons Community School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lyons Community School rank in NY?
Lyons Community School ranks #3,299 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Lyons Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lyons Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lyons Community School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lyons Community School a charter school?
No, Lyons Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lyons Community School a Title I school?
No, Lyons Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lyons Community School?
89.1% of students at Lyons Community School 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.7%
- Phone
- (718) 782-0918
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14- District Enrollment
- 15,196
- Schools in District
- 38
- District Rank
- #26 of 38
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