The Capitol School (2026-27 Profile)

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About the School

The mission of The Capitol School is to educate responsible citizens of the world.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 262 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Capitol School
Nursery	50
Pre-K	50
Kind	16
1	16
2	15
3	15
4	15
5	15
6	10
7	10
8	10
9	10
10	10
11	10
12	10

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1993

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

Campus Size

7 acres

Student Body

Total Students

262 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

27%

State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

19 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

68%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other special emphasis association(s)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

2024-2025 TUITION: K-1st: $8,932 2nd-3rd: $9,351 4th-5th: $9,795 6th-12th: $12,235

Sports

Total Sports Offered

2 sports

Sports

Cross CountryTrack and Field

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Climbing ClubD&D Club

E-Sports ClubRobotics Club

Run ClubSchool Newspaper

School Notes

The Capitol School provides programs for children ages 2 months through high school graduation with an Advanced Academic Diploma.
Founded in 1993, The Capitol School is fully accredited by Cognia (formerly AdvancedED and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools or SACS).
Featured in May 2020 as one of the "Top Ten International Schools in the U.S." by Knowledge Review international journal.
Listed in September 2023 as 9th in the "25 Best Private High Schools in Alabama" by AL.com.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Capitol School offer a summer program?

Yes, The Capitol School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does The Capitol School offer?

The Capitol School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Cross Country and Track and Field.

When is the application deadline for The Capitol School?

The application deadline for The Capitol School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 9/29/2022

The Capitol School has been an awesome experience for our child. The teachers are fantastic and the growth they foster amongst the children is incredible.

- Posted by Parent - Eddie

5 9/27/2022

We are very grateful for the 22 months our children enjoyed preschool education at the highest quality level in a playful way. Thank you so much for all the amazing teachers, values, and learning systems you have in the Capitol School. We wish you all the best as we move 4,700 miles away! Stay healthy with an open mind and open heart. Keep doing incredible work!Warm regardsStefanie Degen-Schmidt.

- Posted by Parent - Stefanie

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