Capital City Alternative School is an alternative school in Jackson, Mississippi operated by Jackson Public School District. It serves "students in grades 4-12 who have been suspended/expelled from Jackson Public Schools for 10 days or longer."
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Bison
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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 School District.
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