Mary Bethune Alternative
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers

School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Mary Bethune Alternative offer ?
Mary Bethune Alternative offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Mary Bethune Alternative part of?
Mary Bethune Alternative is part of Hattiesburg Public School District.
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