Serving 117 students in grades 9-12, Capital High School ranks in the bottom 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 <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capital High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Capital High School's student population of 117 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Capital High School is 0.60, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
33%
17%
White
54%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capital High School?
The graduation rate of Capital High School is 30-39%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Capital High School?
117 students attend Capital High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Capital High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Capital High School?
Capital High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Capital High School offer ?
Capital High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Capital High School part of?
Capital High School is part of Capital High School District.
In what neighborhood is Capital High School located?
Capital High School is located in the Southwest Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Southwest Columbus.
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