Serving 565 students in grades 7-8, Warren Central Junior High School 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 27% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Warren Central Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Warren Central Junior High School's student population of 565 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
565 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Warren Central Junior 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 Junior High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#593 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
55%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%

Hispanic
2%
5%

Black
52%
47%

White
43%
42%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warren Central Junior High School's ranking?
Warren Central Junior High School is ranked #593 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Warren Central Junior High School often compared to?
Warren Central Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vicksburg Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Warren Central Junior High School?
565 students attend Warren Central Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Warren Central Junior High School students are Black, 43% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Warren Central Junior High School?
Warren Central Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Warren Central Junior High School offer ?
Warren Central Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Warren Central Junior High School part of?
Warren Central Junior High School is part of Vicksburg Warren School District.
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