Serving 76 students in grades 9-12, Capital 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% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capital High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Capital High School's student population of 76 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
76 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
2015
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Capital 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 Capital High School is 0.61, 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
#2482 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
46%
17%
White
42%
65%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)30-39%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capital High School's ranking?
Capital High School is ranked #2482 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capital High School?
The graduation rate of Capital High School is 30-39%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Capital High School?
76 students attend Capital High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Capital High School students are Black, 42% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capital High School?
Capital High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Capital High School offer ?
Capital High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capital High School part of?
Capital High School is part of Capital High School District.
In what neighborhood is Capital High School located?
Capital High School is located in the Southwest Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Southwest Columbus.
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