Serving 585 students in grades 9-12, Louisburg Magnet High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Louisburg Magnet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Louisburg Magnet High School's student population of 585 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Louisburg Magnet High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louisburg Magnet High School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1065 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
26%
21%
Black
36%
25%
White
31%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louisburg Magnet High School's ranking?
Louisburg Magnet High School is ranked #1065 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Louisburg Magnet High School often compared to?
Louisburg Magnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bunn High School, Franklinton High School, Franklin County Early College by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Louisburg Magnet High School?
The graduation rate of Louisburg Magnet High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Louisburg Magnet High School?
585 students attend Louisburg Magnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Louisburg Magnet High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Louisburg Magnet High School?
Louisburg Magnet High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Louisburg Magnet High School offer ?
Louisburg Magnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Louisburg Magnet High School part of?
Louisburg Magnet High School is part of Franklin County Schools School District.
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