South Lyon East High School is a public high school in Lyon Township, Michigan in Metro Detroit, near South Lyon. It is a part of South Lyon Community Schools and the Oakland Schools intermediate school district. It is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 1,181 students in grades 9-12, South Lyon East High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Lyon East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Lyon East High School's student population of 1,181 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Black, Silver
School Calendar
School Motto
'To Provide an Exceptional Learning Experience'
School Rankings
South Lyon East High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lyon East High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#484 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lyon East High School's ranking?
South Lyon East High School is ranked #484 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are South Lyon East High School often compared to?
South Lyon East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Lyon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Lyon East High School?
The graduation rate of South Lyon East High School is 94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend South Lyon East High School?
1,181 students attend South Lyon East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of South Lyon East High School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Lyon East High School?
South Lyon East High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Lyon East High School offer ?
South Lyon East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Lyon East High School part of?
South Lyon East High School is part of South Lyon Community Schools School District.
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