LYON
Lyon is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tacoma School District school district, located in Tacoma, WA with about 346 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Lyon has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Based on the address provided, **Lyon Elementary School** is a public school located in the Salishan neighborhood of Tacoma, Washington, serving the Tacoma Public Schools district. The school is known for being part of a community-focused area, often characterized by its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment for a diverse student population. It emphasizes foundational academic skills while integrating support systems to help students succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
The school is well-integrated into its local neighborhood, often acting as a hub for community engagement and support. Because it serves the diverse Salishan community, Lyon Elementary typically places a strong focus on social-emotional learning and providing equitable resources to ensure that every student has the opportunity to thrive regardless of their background. Its programs are designed to meet students where they are, aiming to build a strong educational foundation as they prepare for middle school and beyond.
For more information, contact Lyon at (253) 571-4800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Tacoma, WA 98404
(253) 571-4800
LYON is a public Title I school in Tacoma, WA with about 346 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Tacoma School District
- Total Students:
- 346
- Teachers:
- 24.21
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 346 students
- White
- 30.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 27.5%
- Two or more races
- 17.6%
- Black or African American
- 11.8%
- Asian
- 9.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 2.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.7%
- Female
- 45.1%
- Male
- 54.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.