Serving 375 students in grades 9-12, Capitol High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤5% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 11-19% (which was lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1202 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
95%
42%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
82.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
61%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
RSD-Capitol Education Foundation School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capitol High School's ranking?
Capitol High School is ranked #1202 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capitol High School?
The graduation rate of Capitol High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Capitol High School?
375 students attend Capitol High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Capitol High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capitol High School?
Capitol High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Capitol High School offer ?
Capitol High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capitol High School part of?
Capitol High School is part of RSD-Capitol Education Foundation School District.
In what neighborhood is Capitol High School located?
Capitol High School is located in the Mid City North neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 13 other public schools located in Mid City North.
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