Serving 510 students in grades 7-12, Winona Secondary School ranks in the bottom 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 45% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winona Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Winona Secondary School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Winona Secondary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winona Secondary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#535 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
65%
47%
White
30%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winona Secondary School's ranking?
Winona Secondary School is ranked #535 out of 805 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winona Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Winona Secondary School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Winona Secondary School?
510 students attend Winona Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Winona Secondary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winona Secondary School?
Winona Secondary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winona Secondary School offer ?
Winona Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winona Secondary School part of?
Winona Secondary School is part of Winona-Montgomery Consolidated School District.
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