Serving 384 students in grades 9-13, Alcorn Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alcorn Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Alcorn Central High School's student population of 384 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alcorn Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alcorn Central High School is 0.20, 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
#229 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
1%
45%
White
89%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcorn Central High School's ranking?
Alcorn Central High School is ranked #229 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Alcorn Central High School often compared to?
Alcorn Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kossuth High School, Biggersville High School, Corinth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alcorn Central High School?
The graduation rate of Alcorn Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Alcorn Central High School?
384 students attend Alcorn Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Alcorn Central High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alcorn Central High School?
Alcorn Central High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alcorn Central High School offer ?
Alcorn Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alcorn Central High School part of?
Alcorn Central High School is part of Alcorn School District.
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