The Capitol School
Tel:
(205) 758-2828
- The mission of The Capitol School is to educate responsible citizens of the world. The Capitol School provides programs for children ages 2 1/2 through high school graduation with an Advanced Academic Diploma.
- Founded in 1993, The Capitol School is fully accredited by AdvancED (formerly Southern Association of Colleges and Schools or SACS.
- Featured in May, 2020 as one of "Top Ten International Schools in U.S." by Knowledge Review international journal.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Students: 233 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
The Capitol School places among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
- Category Attribute
- AP Courses Most AP courses offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Other special emphasis association(s) Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-12 |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1993 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 233 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 27% State avg.: 21% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 19 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 12:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Number of AP Courses | 77 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
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