Serving 559 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 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- 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 559 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn. Lead. EXCEL!
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 0.08, 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
#51 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
1%
47%
White
96%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 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?
559 students attend Kossuth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Kossuth Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kossuth Elementary School?
Kossuth Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
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 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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