Below Average
#739 of 863 schools in MS
Vicksburg Junior High School
Middle School · VICKSBURG WARREN SCHOOL DIST
1533 Rosa Temple Drive, Vicksburg, MS 39180
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#739 of 863
In Vicksburg
#10 of 13
public schools
In district
#11 of 14
VICKSBURG WARREN SCHOOL DIST
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Vicksburg Junior High School
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About Vicksburg Junior High School
Vicksburg Junior High School is a public middle school in Vicksburg, MS, part of VICKSBURG WARREN SCHOOL DIST. Vicksburg Junior High School serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Vicksburg Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #739 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Vicksburg Junior High School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- MS avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Vicksburg Junior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Vicksburg Junior High School — Students at Vicksburg Junior High School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.
How Vicksburg Junior High School Compares
See how Vicksburg Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1533 Rosa Temple Drive, Vicksburg, MS 39180
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vicksburg Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BOVINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 7.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEECHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WARRENTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 7.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vicksburg, see our Vicksburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,658
Median Home Value
$144,900
Median Rent
$917/mo
Population
29,311
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
40.5
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| EVA GORDON UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Magnolia, MS | 4.6 |
| HAWKINS MIDDLE SCHOOL Forest, MS | 4.4 |
| PORT GIBSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Gibson, MS | 4.6 |
| SENATOBIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Senatobia, MS | 4.4 |
| CARDOZO MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 4.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vicksburg Junior High School
What grades does Vicksburg Junior High School serve?
Vicksburg Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Vicksburg Junior High School?
Vicksburg Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vicksburg Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vicksburg Junior High School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vicksburg Junior High School rank in MS?
Vicksburg Junior High School ranks #739 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Vicksburg Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vicksburg Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Vicksburg Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vicksburg Junior High School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Vicksburg Junior High School a charter school?
No, Vicksburg Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vicksburg Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Vicksburg Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vicksburg Junior High School?
100.0% of students at Vicksburg Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Warren County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (601) 636-1966
Resources & Links
District
VICKSBURG WARREN SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 6,844
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,723
- District Rank
- #11 of 14
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