Serving 384 students in grades 3-6, Vicksburg Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vicksburg Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vicksburg Intermediate's student population of 384 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vicksburg Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vicksburg Intermediate is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#655 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
88%
47%
White
7%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vicksburg Intermediate's ranking?
Vicksburg Intermediate is ranked #655 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Vicksburg Intermediate often compared to?
Vicksburg Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Warren Central Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Vicksburg Intermediate?
384 students attend Vicksburg Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Vicksburg Intermediate students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vicksburg Intermediate?
Vicksburg Intermediate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vicksburg Intermediate offer ?
Vicksburg Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Vicksburg Intermediate part of?
Vicksburg Intermediate is part of Vicksburg Warren School District.
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