Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Louisburg Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Louisburg Elementary serves the west part of Louisburg, NC, covering an area of approximately 71.9 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within 10-12 minutes, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 4.4 miles and the furthest edge located 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Louisburg Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Louisburg Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Louisburg Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1837 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)43%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Les Pride
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louisburg Elementary School's ranking?
Louisburg Elementary School is ranked #1837 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Louisburg Elementary School often compared to?
Louisburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Royal Elementary School, Crosscreek Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Louisburg Elementary School?
387 students attend Louisburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Louisburg Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Louisburg Elementary School?
Louisburg Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Louisburg Elementary School offer ?
Louisburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Louisburg Elementary School part of?
Louisburg Elementary School is part of Franklin County Schools.
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