Serving 820 students in grades 9-12, Columbus Alternative 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 820 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbus Alternative High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Columbus, OH, encompassing approximately 134.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 8.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching 14.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbus Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Columbus Alternative High School's student population of 820 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
820 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1978
School Rankings
Columbus Alternative 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 Alternative High School is 0.63, which is more 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
#1938 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
53%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pegasus
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Alternative High School's ranking?
Columbus Alternative High School is ranked #1938 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Columbus Alternative High School often compared to?
Columbus Alternative High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Metro Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Columbus Alternative High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Columbus Alternative High School?
820 students attend Columbus Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Columbus Alternative High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbus Alternative High School?
Columbus Alternative High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Alternative High School offer ?
Columbus Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus Alternative High School part of?
Columbus Alternative High School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Alternative High School located?
Columbus Alternative High School is located in the North Linden neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 12 other public schools located in North Linden.
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