Alcorn Central High School

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Alcorn Central High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
8 County Road 254,  Glen, MS
Alcorn School District
3.9
5.0
386 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Brian Quinn
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Average SAT Score
940
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
77%
Reading Proficiency
47%
Average GPA
3.62
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
C
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.62
Reading Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
77%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
38
Full Time Teachers
38
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
940
Math
440
Verbal
500
Average ACT
22
Math
20
English
22
Reading
23
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
14.6%
State Average
18%
Math
83.3%
State Average
0.8%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
371:1

Student Diversity

Male
56.5%
Female
43.5%
White
88.9%
Two or more races
7.8%
Hispanic
2.3%
Black
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Northeast Mississippi Community College 146 Students
University of Mississippi 132 Students
Mississippi State University 130 Students
University of North Alabama 56 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 42 Students
Blue Mountain Christian University 41 Students
The University of Alabama 36 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 33 Students
Itawamba Community College 25 Students
Vanderbilt University 16 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 42 Students
Psychology 25 Students
Business 15 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 15 Students
Biology 14 Students
Dental Hygiene 13 Students
Elementary Education 10 Students
Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 10 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 9 Students
Education 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 48 Reviews
5.0 Junior
4/23/2020
Alcorn Central High School is wonderful, close knit high school. It is large enough where you can find that perfect fit whether it's sports or just clubs. ACHS has truly made me feel at home. I can't imagine going anywhere else. The faculty is amazing. They truly care about my education. I have excelled in standardized exams and I feel that I am prepared to conquer any career path I choose to follow.
4.0 Niche User
5/24/2016
There is no bulling at school.
5.0 Niche User
5/24/2016
I loved going to school at Alcorn Central. The teachers were always excited to help when you needed it. Some of the teachers would take time away from their families to help an student that was struggling or just wanted some extra help.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 other
8/1/2009
5.0 student
12/5/2007

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Alcorn Central High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Glen, MS and is served by the Alcorn School District in Mississippi. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 386 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Academic records show that 77% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 47% are proficient in reading. Alcorn Central High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.62, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 940 and an ACT score of 22. Discover additional schools in the area, like Alcorn Central Middle School, Alcorn Central Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Glen has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Alcorn Central High School.

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