Capitol High School

Capitol High School is a public high school named after the Louisiana State Capitol in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Capitol High School serves 205 students in grades 9-12. 
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 205 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Capitol High School's student population of 205 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1950
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Capitol High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (LA)
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
98%
42%
All Ethnic Groups
100%
0.04
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing

Sports

Colors
Red, Gold
School Mascot
Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Capitol High School often compared to?
Capitol High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baton Rouge Magnet High School, Liberty High School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Capitol High School?
205 students attend Capitol High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Capitol High School students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capitol High School?
Capitol High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Capitol High School offer ?
Capitol High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Capitol High School part of?
Capitol High School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 205 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education

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