Warren Central High School is a public high school of Vicksburg Warren School District located in unincorporated Warren County, Mississippi, United States. During the 2015–16 school year, it had 1240 students in its main campus.
Serving 1,139 students in grades 9-13, Warren Central High School ranks in the top 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 60% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 1,139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Warren Central High School serves the northeast part of Vicksburg, MS, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 395.8 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 12.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 21.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Warren Central High School's student population of 1,139 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,139 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
Red, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Warren Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#364 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
55%
45%
White
40%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.2%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warren Central High School's ranking?
Warren Central High School is ranked #364 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 91%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Warren Central High School?
1,139 students attend Warren Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Warren Central High School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Warren Central High School?
Warren Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Warren Central High School offer ?
Warren Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
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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