For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,315 students in Vicksburg, MS.
The top-ranked public preschools in Vicksburg, MS are Bovina Elementary School, Warrenton Elementary School and Beechwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vicksburg, MS public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Mississippi public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Vicksburg have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschool average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools 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.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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 preschools in Vicksburg, MS?
The top-ranked public preschools in Vicksburg, MS include Bovina Elementary School, Warrenton Elementary School and Beechwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Vicksburg?
6 public preschools are located in Vicksburg.
What is the racial composition of students in Vicksburg?
Vicksburg public preschools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public preschools average of 57% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Vicksburg are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Vicksburg include: Bovina Elementary School vs. Beechwood Elementary School, Beechwood Elementary School vs. Bovina Elementary School, Sherman Avenue Elementary School vs. Beechwood Elementary School
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