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)
- 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 stayed relatively flat 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
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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
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 Public School District.
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