For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,379 students in Vicksburg, MS.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Vicksburg, MS are Bovina Elementary School, Bowmar Avenue and Warrenton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vicksburg, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Vicksburg have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Vicksburg, MS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bovina Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5 Willow Creek Drive
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 619-4454
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 619-4454
Gr: PK-6 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Bowmar Avenue
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
912 Bowmar Avenue
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 636-2486
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 636-2486
Gr: K-6 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Warrenton Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
809 Belva Drive
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 636-7549
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 636-7549
Gr: PK-6 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Beechwood Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
999 Highway 27 S
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 638-3875
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 638-3875
Gr: PK-6 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
South Park Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6530 Nailor Road
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 636-1271
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 636-1271
Gr: PK-6 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #66.
Sherman Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2145 Sherman Ave.
Vicksburg, MS 39183
(601) 638-2409
Vicksburg, MS 39183
(601) 638-2409
Gr: PK-2 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Vicksburg Intermediate
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1245 Dana Road
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 638-4199
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 638-4199
Gr: 3-6 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #88.
Warren Central Intermediate
(Math: 30% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2147 Sherman Ave
Vicksburg, MS 39183
(601) 638-5656
Vicksburg, MS 39183
(601) 638-5656
Gr: 3-6 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Dana Road Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1247 Dana Road
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 619-2340
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 619-2340
Gr: PK-2 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Vicksburg, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Center For Alternative Programs (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2406 Grove Street
Vicksburg, MS 39183
(601) 638-5122
Vicksburg, MS 39183
(601) 638-5122
755 Hwy 27 South
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 636-2914
Vicksburg, MS 39180
(601) 636-2914
Gr: 9 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Vicksburg, MS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Vicksburg, MS include Bovina Elementary School, Bowmar Avenue and Warrenton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Vicksburg?
9 public elementary schools are located in Vicksburg.
What is the racial composition of students in Vicksburg?
Vicksburg public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Vicksburg are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Vicksburg include: Vicksburg Intermediate vs. Warren Central Intermediate, Warren Central Intermediate vs. Vicksburg Intermediate, Bowmar Avenue vs. Beechwood Elementary School
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