Welcome to Capital Innovations Academy (6th-12th grade), a WASC-Accredited Sacramento Private School for ALL STUDENTS! Within our Small Classes, our student experience Big Successes. Join us today for a Middle & High School where Parent & Student Input matters.
Students benefit from Individualized Instruction in College Prep Academics & an Extensive Arts program.
They learn to Act, Sing, and Create Art & Music from professionals in the business as well as explore Internships & Career training in fields of interest.
We also have an intensive science program where students participate in labs usually not seen until college & conduct real scientific field studies.
CI scholars move at their own pace! Whether they are advanced and desire to Graduate Early or are struggling and need alternative ways of learning and proving proficiency, we come up with a way to sculpt our curriculum to fit each child's needs.
Students deserve to have ownership over their education, and we provide an environment where they can find out how they will have their own unique impact on the world.
Set up a Tour TODAY to find out how your child can EXPLORE, INNOVATE, and INSPIRE as a CI Creative Scholar!.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,000
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: Mar. 31 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Capital Innovations Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Extracurriculars
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
HF ASD, ADD, ADHD
Year Founded
2009
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
34 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses
Advanced Courses
Advanced Education in English (for College Credit), Advanced Education in History (for College Credit), Advanced Education in Humanities (for College Credit), Advanced Education in Math (for College Credit), Advanced Education in Science (for College Credit)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Mar. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
scholarships availabe
Summer Program Cost
$700
Summer Program Cost Notes
All Sacramento students aged 10-18 are welcome to join us at camp where they will hone their craft in acting, directing, playing instruments, singing, building sets, designing props, and more as well as learn about and experience science on our YSciT (Young Scientist in
Training) lab days. At the end of the third week, our actors will perform a one act or a series of scenes on stage for an audience, directed by a student director. Our last week of camp is entirely focused on filmmaking and the students attending will write, create, and edit their own film/s to show on the evening
of the last day of camp.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Admissions Director
Sarah Barbulesco-Lamb
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Debate Team, Dungeons and Dragons Club, Robotics Team, Social Media Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Acting Improvization, Computer Programming, Cooking Class, Drama/Theater, Filmmaking, Fine Arts, Game Design, Movie Making, Music lessons, Myths & Legends, Props Costumes Crafts, Rock Band
Chess Club, Debate Team, Dungeons and Dragons Club, Robotics Team, Social Media Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Acting Improvization, Computer Programming, Cooking Class, Drama/Theater, Filmmaking, Fine Arts, Game Design, Movie Making, Music lessons, Myths & Legends, Props Costumes Crafts, Rock Band
School Notes
- Our academic class sizes have a 10 student per teacher maximum with many classes having a 7:1 student to teacher ratio. Having smaller classes allows us to know each student as a person who has unique interests and needs. This is why our model of education works so well for students who are ahead of the curve, struggling,or moving at grade level. We meet each student where he or she is, regardless of age and have served students as young as 9 years old in the 6th grade. We formulate a learning plan for each student, specifically customized to the student`s needs based on the input of the student, parents, and teachers.
- The C.I. Motto:"Where Creative ScholarsExplore, Innovate, and Inspire."
- CREATIVE SCHOLARS: At Capital Innovations, each student is valued as a unique person with individual abilities, needs, and desires.Our staff serves to nurture our young scholars` hopes for the future by empowering them to learn the skills & knowledge they will need to reach their academic, career, and creative goals.
- EXPLORE:Our studentsdo not only ingest facts but, rather, explore and experience their curriculum, both within the walls of our campus and beyond in the greater Sacramento area. We want our students to see the entire world as a place where learning can occur. Capital Innovations offers a variety of artistic and academic based majors where students can specialize in a particular area of study in addition to their academics. Young scholars leave our academy prepared for the workforce via our Career courses and Renaissance experiences.
- INNOVATE:The final product is always a priority with us. In addition to traditional assessments that will prepare our students for college and beyond, students apply their knowledge in hands-on projects, presentations, debates, and performances.
- INSPIRE:A strong tenant of our school is the idea of that we are a family within the larger community of Sacramento. We celebrate the achievements of all of the members of our school (faculty, staff, students, and their families) and inspire each other to put our finest work and best attitude forward each day by our own example and active support of one and other.
- We believe that direct communication with parents is essential to student success and are grateful to have an extremely active Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO).All parents are welcometo attend the PTSO meetings and/or to run for the PTSO Board.It is our commitment to always involve our students` families in the learning process. Since our teachers act as the school administrators, communication with parents and students is much simpler than in larger schools. We feel it is important to maintain a family environment where parents and students feel heard regarding their feelings about the school and the learning process.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Capital Innovations Academy cost?
Capital Innovations Academy's tuition is approximately $9,000 for private students and $700 for summer students.
What sports does Capital Innovations Academy offer?
Capital Innovations Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Archery, Dance, Intramural Sports Only and Martial Arts.
When is the application deadline for Capital Innovations Academy?
The application deadline for Capital Innovations Academy is Mar. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Capital Innovations Academy located?
Capital Innovations Academy is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 7 other private schools located in North Sacramento.
School Reviews
5 3/9/2018
This is my daughter's fourth year at Capital Innovations Academy. As a parent, I am very happy with the quality of education she is receiving, but more important in the overall scheme of things, my daughter is very happy. The small class sizes, one-to-one teacher attention, the emphasis on learning not just core class material, but building student self-awareness, self-esteem, self-confidence and self-reliance is what makes CIA different from every other school in the greater Sacramento area. Students have many experiential learning experiences, field trips, they are encouraged to research and lead class discussions, be critical thinkers, and to show loving kindness for each other. Parents are encouraged to participate in the school PTSO, school events, field trips and feel a part of the school family. I strongly encourage you to contact the school and find out more and set up a shadow day. That's what we did!
5 11/9/2017
Capital Innovations Academy is a wonderful place where kids and teens are allowed to explore their gifts to the fullest. They are challenged to be the best they can be without the pressure of a large school setting. It is a great extended family where everyone cares for the entire individual. Our son has blossomed into his own person: a caring, compassionate boy who has the ability to critically look at what is happening in the world.
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