Cares School

Cares Center vision is a Mississippi in which children are nurtured in healthy families and communities.
Cares Center mission is to improve the lives of children and families by providing a continuum of compassionate, measurable and effective behavioral health and social services.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked MS School
  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 84 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $20,000
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Cares School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
84 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Cares School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cares School cost?
Cares School's tuition is approximately $20,000 for private students.
What schools are Cares School often compared to?
Cares School is often viewed alongside schools like Magnolia Speech School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Cares School?
The acceptance rate of Cares School is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 86%. Cares School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Mississippi with low acceptance rates.
What is Cares School's ranking?
Cares School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Cares School?
The application deadline for Cares School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cares School located?
Cares School is located in the Belhaven neighborhood of Jackson, MS. There are 1 other private schools located in Belhaven.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked MS School
  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-12
  • Enrollment: 84 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $20,000
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Jackson, MS is $17,220 for elementary schools and $18,614 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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