Serving 570 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kossuth Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kossuth Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Corinth, MS, covering approximately 370.7 square miles. Typically, it takes about 20-30 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 17.9 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kossuth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kossuth Elementary School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
570 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Rankings
Kossuth Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kossuth Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#51 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
95%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kossuth Elementary School's ranking?
Kossuth Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Kossuth Elementary School often compared to?
Kossuth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corinth Elementary School, Alcorn Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Kossuth Elementary School?
570 students attend Kossuth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kossuth Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kossuth Elementary School?
Kossuth Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kossuth Elementary School offer ?
Kossuth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kossuth Elementary School part of?
Kossuth Elementary School is part of Alcorn School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Kossuth has plenty to offer for children. It has great teachers that work hard for the students.
5 10/10/2025
Great school!!!
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