Serving 1,314 students in grades 9-12, Capital City High School ranks in the top 50% 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 40%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capital City High School's student population of 1,314 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,314 students
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
School Rankings
Capital City High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capital City High School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#642 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
19%
15%
White
62%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
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 #642 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 40% 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 91%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Capital City High School?
1,314 students attend Capital City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Capital City High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capital City High School?
Capital City High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Capital City High School offer ?
Capital City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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