Serving 374 students in grades 5-8, Kossuth Middle School ranks in the top 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 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kossuth Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Corinth, MS, covering approximately 370.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kossuth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kossuth Middle School's student population of 374 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Kossuth Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kossuth Middle School is 0.12, 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
#248 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
1%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
94%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-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 Middle School's ranking?
Kossuth Middle School is ranked #248 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Kossuth Middle School often compared to?
Kossuth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alcorn Central Middle School, Corinth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Kossuth Middle School?
374 students attend Kossuth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Kossuth Middle School students are White, 3% 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 Middle School?
Kossuth Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kossuth Middle School offer ?
Kossuth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kossuth Middle School part of?
Kossuth Middle School is part of Alcorn School District.
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