Serving 160 students in grades 6-8, William Winans Middle 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 25% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Winans Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Centreville, MS, covering an area of approximately 687.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points in the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 22.8 miles and the furthest edge located 33.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Winans Middle School's student population of 160 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
William Winans Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Winans Middle School is 0.06, 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
#765 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
97%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Winans Middle School's ranking?
William Winans Middle School is ranked #765 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend William Winans Middle School?
160 students attend William Winans Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of William Winans Middle School students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Winans Middle School?
William Winans Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does William Winans Middle School offer ?
William Winans Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Winans Middle School part of?
William Winans Middle School is part of Wilkinson County School District.
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