Serving 1,163 students in grades 9-12, Capital High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capital High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Capital High School's student population of 1,163 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Capital High School ranks within the top 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capital High School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 629 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
33%
4%
White
59%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capital High School's ranking?
Capital High School is ranked #217 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Capital High School often compared to?
Capital High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington High School, South Charleston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capital High School?
The graduation rate of Capital High School is 81%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 90%.
How many students attend Capital High School?
1,163 students attend Capital High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Capital High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Capital High School?
Capital High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Capital High School offer ?
Capital High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Capital High School part of?
Capital High School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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