Lyon Elementary is a small rural K-6 school located at 2020 Roberson Road in Lyon, Mississippi. One of three elementary schools within the Coahoma County School District, it was established to serve the east-central area of the region.
Bobcat Trivia:
Tennessee Williams (author, screenwriter, playwright) referenced the town of Lyon by name in his poem titled “The Couple”.
Lyon, MS is named after the second largest city in France of the same name (pronounced lee-ON).
Notable Natives:
Son House - Delta blues legend known for his slide guitar technique and unique singing style.
Lacy Banks - the first African American sportswriter for the Chicago-Sun Times.
