Serving 510 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Alcorn Central Elementary 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alcorn Central Elementary School's student population of 510 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn, Lead, EXCEL!
School Rankings
Alcorn Central Elementary 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 Alcorn Central Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#271 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
1%
45%
White
91%
40%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcorn Central Elementary School's ranking?
Alcorn Central Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Alcorn Central Elementary School often compared to?
Alcorn Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corinth Elementary School, Biggersville Elementary School, Kossuth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Alcorn Central Elementary School?
510 students attend Alcorn Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Alcorn Central Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alcorn Central Elementary School?
Alcorn Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alcorn Central Elementary School offer ?
Alcorn Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alcorn Central Elementary School part of?
Alcorn Central Elementary School is part of Alcorn School District.
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