Serving 842 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lyman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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Lyman Elementary School's student population of 842 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
842 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
Lyman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyman Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#333 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
11%
31%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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What is Lyman Elementary School's ranking?
Lyman Elementary School is ranked #333 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Lyman Elementary School?
842 students attend Lyman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lyman Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyman Elementary School?
Lyman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lyman Elementary School offer ?
Lyman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lyman Elementary School part of?
Lyman Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 05 School District.
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This school is amazing! This is my last year as a student here, and I am glad to say that this school IS bully free! I have not once encountered a bully. I would definitely recommend this to anyone.
Review Lyman Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
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