Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 87% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Cmsd Alternative School offer ?
Cmsd Alternative School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cmsd Alternative School part of?
Cmsd Alternative School is part of Columbus Municipal School District.
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