Lewisburg High School is a suburban public high school located in Lewisburg, Mississippi, United States. It opened in the fall of 2006, with there being no graduating class for the first two years. Its mascot is the Patriot, and its school colors are red and navy. It is operated by the DeSoto County School District.
Serving 1,329 students in grades 9-13, Lewisburg High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 1,329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewisburg High School serves the eastern part of Olive Branch, MS, covering an area of approximately 92.9 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewisburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lewisburg High School's student population of 1,329 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Lewisburg High School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewisburg High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
12%
45%
White
76%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pat The Patriot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewisburg High School's ranking?
Lewisburg High School is ranked #15 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lewisburg High School often compared to?
Lewisburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hernando High School, Olive Branch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lewisburg High School?
The graduation rate of Lewisburg High School is 99%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Lewisburg High School?
1,329 students attend Lewisburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lewisburg High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewisburg High School?
Lewisburg High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewisburg High School offer ?
Lewisburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewisburg High School part of?
Lewisburg High School is part of Desoto County School District.
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