Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Capital City Independent Study ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capital City Independent Study ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Capital City Independent Study's student population of 356 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Capital City Independent Study ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capital City Independent Study is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6291 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capital City Independent Study's ranking?
Capital City Independent Study is ranked #6291 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capital City Independent Study?
The graduation rate of Capital City Independent Study is 85-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Capital City Independent Study?
356 students attend Capital City Independent Study.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Capital City Independent Study students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Capital City Independent Study?
Capital City Independent Study has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Capital City Independent Study offer ?
Capital City Independent Study offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Capital City Independent Study part of?
Capital City Independent Study is part of Sacramento City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Capital City Independent Study located?
Capital City Independent Study is located in the Southwestern Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 28 other public schools located in Southwestern Sacramento.
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