Serving 601 students in grades 6-8, Vicksburg Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vicksburg Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Vicksburg school district, covering approximately 108.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vicksburg Middle School's student population of 601 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
Maximize the success and potential of each student.
School Rankings
Vicksburg Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vicksburg Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#784 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
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 #784 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
601 students attend Vicksburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Vicksburg Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vicksburg Middle School?
Vicksburg Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Vicksburg Middle School offer ?
Vicksburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vicksburg Middle School part of?
Vicksburg Middle School is part of Vicksburg Community Schools.
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