Serving 1,451 students in grades 9-12, Capital City High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capital City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Capital City High School's student population of 1,451 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Capital City High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capital City High School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#611 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
18%
15%
White
64%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capital City High School's ranking?
Capital City High School is ranked #611 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capital City High School?
The graduation rate of Capital City High School is 93%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Capital City High School?
1,451 students attend Capital City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Capital City High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Capital City High School?
Capital City High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Capital City High School offer ?
Capital City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Capital City High School part of?
Capital City High School is part of Jefferson City School District.
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