John W. Paisley Magnet School is a Middle school/High school located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. It is home to the International Baccalaureate Middle Years program for students in grades six through ten. Paisley is a part of the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools system.
Serving 570 students in grades 6-10, Paisley Ib Magnet 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 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-10
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paisley Ib Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paisley Ib Magnet School's student population of 570 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Paisley Ib Magnet 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 Paisley Ib Magnet School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1912 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
30%
21%
Black
51%
25%
White
12%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
2%
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 Paisley Ib Magnet School's ranking?
Paisley Ib Magnet School is ranked #1912 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Paisley Ib Magnet School often compared to?
Paisley Ib Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanes Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Paisley Ib Magnet School?
570 students attend Paisley Ib Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Paisley Ib Magnet School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paisley Ib Magnet School?
Paisley Ib Magnet School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paisley Ib Magnet School offer ?
Paisley Ib Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-10 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paisley Ib Magnet School part of?
Paisley Ib Magnet School is part of Winston Salem / Forsyth County Schools School District.
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