West Lyon High School

West Lyon High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1787 182ND St,  Inwood, IA
West Lyon Community School District
3.9
1.0
284 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
86%
Reading Proficiency
83%
Average GPA
3.67
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.67
Reading Proficiency
83%
Math Proficiency
86%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
19
Full Time Teachers
19
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average ACT
24
Math
24
English
23
Reading
25
Science
25
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
86.5%
Science
81.4%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
296:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.1%
Female
47.9%
White
91.5%
Hispanic
6.5%
Two or more races
1.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
South Dakota State University 53 Students
University of Iowa 47 Students
University of South Dakota 37 Students
Iowa State University 34 Students
Augustana University 27 Students
Southeast Technical College 23 Students
Northwestern College - Iowa 23 Students
Morningside University 15 Students
University of Northern Iowa 13 Students
University of Nebraska - Lincoln 11 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 25 Students
Business 15 Students
Elementary Education 14 Students
Biology 12 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 10 Students
Psychology 8 Students
Education 7 Students
Physical Therapy 6 Students
English 6 Students
Graphic Design 6 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 33 Reviews
3.0 Senior
6/27/2023
Best parts were when you found a good group of people you clicked with and homecoming. One of the worst things were some of my classmates but no one gets along with everyone.
5.0 NicheUser
9/19/2014
There is National Honor Society for the top percent of students, there are plays and musicals every semester. Sports are prevelant.
5.0 NicheUser
2/12/2014
The administration we have is the best:) They are also there for the kids in time of need!!!
GreatSchools Reviews
1.0 1 Review
1.0 other
5/19/2008

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West Lyon High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Inwood, IA and is served by the West Lyon Community School District in Iowa. The school has a total enrollment of 284 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 86% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 83% are proficient in reading. West Lyon High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.67, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average ACT score is 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like West Lyon Junior High School, West Lyon Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Inwood has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West Lyon High School.

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