Serving 582 students in grades 6-8, Vicksburg Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vicksburg Middle School's student population of 582 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vicksburg Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vicksburg Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#939 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
87%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vicksburg Middle School's ranking?
Vicksburg Middle School is ranked #939 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Vicksburg Middle School often compared to?
Vicksburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portage Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Vicksburg Middle School?
582 students attend Vicksburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Vicksburg Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vicksburg Middle School?
Vicksburg Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vicksburg Middle School offer ?
Vicksburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Vicksburg Middle School part of?
Vicksburg Middle School is part of Vicksburg Community Schools School District.
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