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Warren Central Junior High School

Middle School · VICKSBURG WARREN SCHOOL DIST

1630 Rosa Temple Drive, Vicksburg, MS 39180

Enrollment

565

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

5.9

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#546 of 863

In Vicksburg

#5 of 13

public schools

In district

#6 of 14

VICKSBURG WARREN SCHOOL DIST

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Warren Central Junior High School

5.9/10

Middle School in Vicksburg · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Warren Central Junior High School

Warren Central Junior High School is a public middle school in Vicksburg, MS, part of VICKSBURG WARREN SCHOOL DIST. Warren Central Junior High School serves approximately 565 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Warren Central Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #546 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for Warren Central Junior High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • MS avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Warren Central 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2025 MAAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2025 MAAP)
Math vs. State Avg-9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 MAAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 MAAP)
vs. Expected-0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,723
Chronic Absenteeism48.8%

Warren Central Junior High School — Students at Warren Central Junior High School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.8% (2025 MAAP)
ELA Proficiency 32.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 MAAP)

Based on 33 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
45%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2025
Math
46%
ELA
32%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Warren Central Junior High School Compares

See how Warren Central Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
37th percentile in MS
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.8%

Location

1630 Rosa Temple Drive, Vicksburg, MS 39180

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Warren Central Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BOVINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 7.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEECHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 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 18.6 mi
School Distance Rating
VICKSBURG JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 0.2 mi 4.5
ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEM-VICKSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vicksburg 0.4 mi 6.5
ST ALOYSIUS HIGH SCHOOL-VICKSBURG CATHOLIC SCHOO Vicksburg 0.4 mi 6.3
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Vicksburg 0.7 mi
AGAPE MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vicksburg 1.0 mi 6.9
BOWMAR AVENUE SCHOOL Vicksburg 1.2 mi 6.6
PORTERS CHAPEL ACADEMY Vicksburg 1.4 mi 7.0
VICKSBURG HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 1.9 mi 5.4
BEECHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg 2.8 mi 8.3
WARREN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Vicksburg 2.9 mi 4.3
SHERMAN AVE ELEMENTARY Vicksburg 3.2 mi 2.9
WARREN CENTRAL INTERMEDIATE Vicksburg 3.2 mi 5.6
DANA ROAD ELEMENTARY Vicksburg 5.1 mi 2.3
VICKSBURG INTERMEDIATE Vicksburg 5.1 mi 5.6
SOUTH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg 7.1 mi 4.9
WARRENTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg 7.4 mi 7.9
BOVINA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vicksburg 7.7 mi 9.2
REDWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Redwood 10.0 mi 7.7
Christian Acres Alternative School Tallulah 18.4 mi 4.9
TALLULAH ACADEMY Tallulah 18.6 mi 5.8

Neighborhood 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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JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia, MS 5.8
GUNTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL Guntown, MS 5.7
CLEVELAND CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cleveland, MS 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Warren Central Junior High School

What grades does Warren Central Junior High School serve?

Warren Central Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Warren Central Junior High School?

Warren Central Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Warren Central Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Warren Central Junior High School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Warren Central Junior High School rank in MS?

Warren Central Junior High School ranks #546 of 863 schools in MS.

What is Warren Central Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Warren Central Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Warren Central Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Warren Central Junior High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Warren Central Junior High School a charter school?

No, Warren Central Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Warren Central Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Warren Central Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Warren Central Junior High School?

100.0% of students at Warren Central 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Warren County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.8%

District

VICKSBURG WARREN SCHOOL DIST
District Enrollment
6,844
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,723
District Rank
#6 of 14

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