Serving 785 students in grades 9-12, Columbus Alternative High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Columbus Alternative High School's student population of 785 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbus Alternative High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus Alternative High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1452 out of 3137 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
54%
17%
White
28%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Alternative High School's ranking?
Columbus Alternative High School is ranked #1452 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Columbus Alternative High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Columbus Alternative High School?
785 students attend Columbus Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Columbus Alternative High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Alternative High School?
Columbus Alternative High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Alternative High School offer ?
Columbus Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Columbus Alternative High School part of?
Columbus Alternative High School is part of Columbus City School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Alternative High School located?
Columbus Alternative High School is located in the North Linden neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 12 other public schools located in North Linden.
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