Serving 286 students in grades 2-3, Kosciusko Middle 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kosciusko Middle School's student population of 286 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Kosciusko Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kosciusko Middle School is 0.48, 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
#464 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
66%
47%
White
29%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Kosciusko Middle School's ranking?
Kosciusko Middle School is ranked #464 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Kosciusko Middle School often compared to?
Kosciusko Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kosciusko Lower Elementary School, Kosciusko Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% 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 School?
286 students attend Kosciusko Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Kosciusko Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kosciusko Middle School?
Kosciusko Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kosciusko Middle School offer ?
Kosciusko Middle School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kosciusko Middle School part of?
Kosciusko Middle School is part of Kosciusko School District.
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