Serving 267 students in grades 2-3, Kosciusko Middle Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kosciusko Middle Elementary School's student population of 267 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Excellence, opportunity, and a bright future await your child.'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Kosciusko Middle Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kosciusko Middle Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#437 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Black
68%
45%
White
29%
40%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kosciusko Middle Elementary School's ranking?
Kosciusko Middle Elementary School is ranked #437 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Kosciusko Middle Elementary School?
267 students attend Kosciusko Middle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Kosciusko Middle Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kosciusko Middle Elementary School?
Kosciusko Middle Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kosciusko Middle Elementary School offer ?
Kosciusko Middle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kosciusko Middle Elementary School part of?
Kosciusko Middle Elementary School is part of Kosciusko School District.
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