Serving 332 students in grades 9-12, Columbus Africentric Early College 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbus Africentric Early College's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Columbus, OH, encompassing approximately 134.9 square miles. Most students typically have a 15-20 minute drive to school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbus Africentric Early College High School's student population of 332 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Columbus Africentric Early College High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus Africentric Early College High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2871 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
90%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
65%
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)90.7%
30.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Purple
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Africentric Early College High School's ranking?
Columbus Africentric Early College High School is ranked #2871 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Columbus Africentric Early College High School often compared to?
Columbus Africentric Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Alternative High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus Africentric Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Columbus Africentric Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Columbus Africentric Early College High School?
332 students attend Columbus Africentric Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Columbus Africentric Early College High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus Africentric Early College High School?
Columbus Africentric Early College High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Africentric Early College High School offer ?
Columbus Africentric Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus Africentric Early College High School part of?
Columbus Africentric Early College High School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Africentric Early College High School located?
Columbus Africentric Early College High School is located in the Mid East neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Mid East.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My grandchildren go to CAEC and it has been great for them. The teachers work so well with the kids, lots of programs for the children to participate in. Not to mention learning their history all year round is a bonus.
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