Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
We develop scholars through world-class learning experiences to attain an exceptional knowledge base.
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Career Development Center offer ?
Career Development Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Career Development Center part of?
Career Development Center is part of Jackson Public School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
A real good voctational school I been there two times and I have two
certificates there and they mean something in the work force because
it shows you have experience I''m planning on going back to take
another course soon. Thanks to cdc I now know I can accomplish
anything.
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