COVINGTON, Ga. — Zyla Blue Lott has always been ahead of her time. On May 23, 2025, the Eastside High School student graduated with high honors at the age of 15.
But for those who know her, Zyla’s early success isn’t surprising. Her academic gifts began to show when she was just four years old, with an IQ that tested above 124. From there, she soared academically, creatively and personally.
At age 9, Zyla began middle school and quickly advanced, becoming the youngest student to take both high school and college-level courses. She earned her first college transcript by age 11. At 12, she began high school already ahead of the curve, having completed the majority of her graduation requirements…