Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kossuth Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
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 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- 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 544 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kossuth Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 805 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 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#25 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
1%
47%
White
95%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
14%
6%
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 #25 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Kossuth Elementary School?
544 students attend Kossuth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kossuth Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
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
What school district is Kossuth Elementary School part of?
Kossuth Elementary School is part of Alcorn School Dist School District.
School Reviews
5 3/23/2019
Great school!!!
5 6/30/2010
Kossuth has plenty to offer for children. It has great teachers that work hard for the students.
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