Lyon County High School

Lyon County
209 Fairview Ave
Eddyville, KY 42038
298 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Lyon County High School, located in Eddyville, Kentucky, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Lyon County School District. As a smaller, rural school, it functions as a central hub for the local community, fostering a close-knit environment where students often receive more personalized attention from faculty and staff. The school is dedicated to preparing its students for post-secondary success, offering a blend of core academic coursework, extracurricular activities, and vocational opportunities designed to meet the diverse interests of its student body.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Lyon County High School places a strong emphasis on school spirit and community involvement, frequently participating in regional athletic competitions and local events. The school’s identity is deeply rooted in the "Lyon County Lyons" pride, which serves to unite students, alumni, and residents alike. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere and focusing on character development alongside traditional education, the school strives to equip its graduates with the essential skills and values needed to thrive in their future endeavors.
298
Total Students
16.4
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
44.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    266 (89.3 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (3.4 %)
  • Black
    9 (3.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    7 (2.3 %)
  • Asian
    5 (1.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Lyon County
Phone: (270)388-9715
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 298
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 16.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 111
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 22

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 75
Grade 10 73
Grade 11 78
Grade 12 72
Gender Ratio