Capital High School

Capital High School
640 Harrisburg Pike
Columbus, OH 43223
Charter School 103 Students
Secondary School 9th - 11th
School Overview
Capital High School, located on Harrisburg Pike in Columbus, Ohio, is a specialized educational facility operating under the **Magic Johnson Bridgescape Academy** network. This program is designed specifically to re-engage students who have left the traditional school system or are at risk of dropping out. By offering a flexible, technology-driven curriculum, the school provides an alternative pathway for students to earn their high school diplomas in an environment that prioritizes personalized support and student success.

The academy distinguishes itself by focusing on the unique needs of non-traditional learners, helping them overcome academic and personal barriers. Through a combination of online coursework and in-person instruction, students are able to work at their own pace to complete their graduation requirements. The school serves as a bridge for young adults looking to finish their secondary education, providing them with the necessary credentials and foundation to pursue post-secondary opportunities, whether in higher education or the workforce.
103
Total Students
3.5
Full-Time Teachers
29.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    57 (55.3 %)
  • Black
    40 (38.8 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (2.9 %)
  • Asian
    2 (1.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    1 (1.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Secondary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Capital High School
Phone: (614)626-6775
Website: http://capitalhighohio.com/
Grade Range: 9th - 11th
Total Students: 103
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 3.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 29.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 51
Grade 10 27
Grade 11 25
Gender Ratio