Capital City Alternative School is an alternative school in Jackson, Mississippi operated by Jackson ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District. It serves "students in grades 4-12 who have been suspended/expelled from Jackson ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools for 10 days or longer."
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bison
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Capital City Alternative School offer ?
Capital City Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capital City Alternative School part of?
Capital City Alternative School is part of Jackson ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
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