Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lyerly Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyerly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lyerly Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire, Educate, & Celebrate!
School Rankings
Lyerly Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyerly Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1303 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
4%
36%
White
82%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyerly Elementary School's ranking?
Lyerly Elementary School is ranked #1303 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lyerly Elementary School often compared to?
Lyerly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leroy Massey Elementary School, Menlo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lyerly Elementary School?
346 students attend Lyerly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lyerly Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyerly Elementary School?
Lyerly Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lyerly Elementary School offer ?
Lyerly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyerly Elementary School part of?
Lyerly Elementary School is part of Chattooga County School District.
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