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Capital High School

1500 Greenbrier St, Charleston, WV 25311, United States
+1 (304) 348-6500
http://chs.kana.k12.wv.us/
3.0
Overall Rating

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Capital High School Overview

About This School

Capital High School is a public high in Charleston, West Virginia, serving 1,051 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 47% in ELA, 22% in math, and 22% in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 60 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $70,610. Counselors at the school support the student body at a ratio of 262:1. Students are composed of 51% female and 49% male. The demographic breakdown includes 59% White, 29% Black, 8% Two or More Races, 2% Hispanic, and 1% Asian students.

1,051
Total Students
Grade 9-12
17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
60 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts47%
Mathematics22%
Science22%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Kanawha County
Students per Counselor
262:1

Capital High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

47%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 45%State Avg: 41%
22%
Mathematics
City Avg: 39%State Avg: 34%
22%
Science
City Avg: 31%State Avg: 29%

Class Information

17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.8:1
State Avg: 12.7:1
262
Students per Counselor

Capital High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
60

Average Teacher Salary

$70,610
City Avg: $70,610
State Avg: $58,405

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Students per Counselor262:1

Capital High School Student Demographics

Student Body

49.48%
Male
50.52%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,051 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White59.28%
Hispanic2.09%
Asian1.43%
Black29.4%
Two or More Races7.71%
Native American0.1%

Capital High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Capital High School

Q: What is Capital High School?

A: Capital High School is a high public located in Charleston.

Q: How many students attend Capital High School?

A: Capital High School has approximately 1,051 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Capital High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Capital High School is 17:1.

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Detailed Information about Capital High School

Capital High School is a public high in Charleston, West Virginia, serving 1,051 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 47% in ELA, 22% in math, and 22% in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 60 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $70,610. Counselors at the school support the student body at a ratio of 262:1. Students are composed of 51% female and 49% male. The demographic breakdown includes 59% White, 29% Black, 8% Two or More Races, 2% Hispanic, and 1% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Capital High School - Charleston, WV

Quick Facts about Capital High School
School NameCapital High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location1500 Greenbrier St, Charleston, WV 25311, Charleston, WV
CountyKanawha County
Phone+1 (304) 348-6500
Total Students1,051
Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Full-Time Teachers60
Rating3/10
ELA Proficiency47%
Math Proficiency22%
Science Proficiency22%

Frequently Asked Questions about Capital High School

What is Capital High School?

Capital High School is a high public located in Charleston.

How many students attend Capital High School?

Capital High School has approximately 1,051 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Capital High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Capital High School is 17:1.

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