METRO EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL

Metro Early College High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Metro Early College High School school district, located in Columbus, OH with about 924 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 44 teachers, Metro Early College High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Metro Early College High School, located on the campus of The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, is a specialized public STEM school designed to provide a rigorous, college-preparatory experience for students in grades 9–12. Unlike a traditional high school, Metro operates through a unique partnership between the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio and The Ohio State University. Its curriculum emphasizes project-based learning, interdisciplinary studies, and real-world problem solving, aiming to prepare students for the demands of 21st-century careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

A defining feature of the school is its "early college" model, which allows students to earn significant college credit—or even an associate degree—while still enrolled in high school. By leveraging its proximity to Ohio State, the school provides students with early exposure to university coursework, mentorship from faculty, and access to campus resources. Metro focuses on fostering a culture of high expectations and academic independence, serving a diverse student population through an admissions lottery system, and aiming to bridge the gap between secondary education and higher learning.

For more information, contact Metro Early College High School at (614) 259-6639 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.