The Metro Early College High School is a semi-public, non-charter privately funded high school located in Columbus, Ohio; on the campus of Ohio State University. It is also a part of the Metro Schools, along with the Metro Middle School.
Serving 869 students in grades 6-12, Metro Early College High School ranks in the top 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 44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 869 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metro Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Metro Early College High School's student population of 869 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
869 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Black, Blue, Green
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Metro Early College High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metro Early College High School is 0.70, 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
#1369 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
42%
17%
White
33%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gnomes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metro Early College High School's ranking?
Metro Early College High School is ranked #1369 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Metro Early College High School often compared to?
Metro Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Alternative High School, Arts & College Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metro Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Metro Early College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Metro Early College High School?
869 students attend Metro Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Metro Early College High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metro Early College High School?
Metro Early College High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Metro Early College High School offer ?
Metro Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Metro Early College High School part of?
Metro Early College High School is part of Metro Early College High School District.
In what neighborhood is Metro Early College High School located?
Metro Early College High School is located in the West Campus neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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