Serving 1,159 students in grades 9-12, Warren Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,159 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Warren Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Warren Central High School's student population of 1,159 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Warren Central High School 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 Warren Central High School is 0.54, 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
#411 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
54%
47%
White
42%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warren Central High School's ranking?
Warren Central High School is ranked #411 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Warren Central High School often compared to?
Warren Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vicksburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Warren Central High School?
The graduation rate of Warren Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Warren Central High School?
1,159 students attend Warren Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Warren Central High School students are Black, 42% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Warren Central High School?
Warren Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Warren Central High School offer ?
Warren Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Warren Central High School part of?
Warren Central High School is part of Vicksburg Warren School District.
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