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#1554 of 1,750 schools in OK

Capitol Hill HS

High School · OKLAHOMA CITY

500 SW 36th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73109

Enrollment

1,552

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

4.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,554 of 1,750

In Oklahoma City

#122 of 137

public schools

In district

#55 of 57

OKLAHOMA CITY

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Capitol Hill HS

4.6/10

High School in Oklahoma City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Capitol Hill HS

Capitol Hill HS is a public high school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY. Capitol Hill HS serves approximately 1,552 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Capitol Hill HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,554 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Capitol Hill HS show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • OK avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Capitol Hill HS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

68% of students at Capitol Hill HS were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency3% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency8% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)12% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College Readiness2.9Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate69%
AP Participation11.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,336
Chronic Absenteeism68.4%

Capitol Hill HS — Students at Capitol Hill HS score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 44 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
44%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
7%
ELA
9%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
9%
2018
Math
2%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
2%
ELA
5%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
4%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
4%
2022
Math
3%
ELA
7%
2024
Math
3%
ELA
12%
2025
Math
3%
ELA
13%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Capitol Hill HS Compares

See how Capitol Hill HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
11th percentile in OK
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.2
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
94 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
68.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
11.9% participation·State avg: 2.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·14 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

500 SW 36th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Capitol Hill HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SOUTHEAST HS (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, U. S. GRANT HS (rated 4.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ADELAIDE LEE ES Oklahoma City 0.5 mi 6.0
CAPITOL HILL MS Oklahoma City 0.8 mi 5.4
SANTA FE SOUTH SPERO ES Oklahoma City 0.9 mi 8.1
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oklahoma City 0.9 mi 5.9
HERONVILLE ES Oklahoma City 1.0 mi 6.1
ST PAUL'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Oklahoma City 1.1 mi 4.1
SOUTHEAST HS Oklahoma City 1.3 mi 7.1
CESAR CHAVEZ ES Oklahoma City 1.2 mi 6.2
FILLMORE ES Oklahoma City 1.3 mi 5.7
WHEELER MS Oklahoma City 1.4 mi 5.3
U. S. GRANT HS Oklahoma City 1.5 mi 4.7
WESTERN GATEWAY Oklahoma City 1.7 mi 7.4
SOUTHEAST MS Oklahoma City 2.0 mi 6.7
SANTA FE SOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD Oklahoma City 1.7 mi 5.3
Santa Fe South Penn ES Oklahoma City 1.8 mi 7.2
WEBSTER MS Oklahoma City 2.1 mi 5.1
PRAIRIE QUEEN ES Oklahoma City 2.2 mi 4.8
JEFFERSON MS Oklahoma City 2.2 mi 5.0
COOLIDGE ES Oklahoma City 2.1 mi 6.6
HAYES ES Oklahoma City 2.4 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,944

Median Home Value

$89,300

Median Rent

$851/mo

Population

20,904

College Educated

7.5%

Homeownership

45.8%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

30%

Median Age

31.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
PONCA CITY HS Ponca City, OK 4.6
NORTHWEST CLASSEN HS Oklahoma City, OK 4.5
U. S. GRANT HS Oklahoma City, OK 4.7
PUTNAM CITY WEST HS Oklahoma City, OK 4.4
OKLA. VIRTUAL CHARTER ACAD HS Midwest City, OK 4.8
DEL CITY HS Del City, OK 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Capitol Hill HS

What grades does Capitol Hill HS serve?

Capitol Hill HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Capitol Hill HS?

Capitol Hill HS has an enrollment of approximately 1,552 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Capitol Hill HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Capitol Hill HS is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Capitol Hill HS rank in OK?

Capitol Hill HS ranks #1,554 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Capitol Hill HS's MySchoolScout rating?

Capitol Hill HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Capitol Hill HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Capitol Hill HS has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Capitol Hill HS a charter school?

No, Capitol Hill HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Capitol Hill HS a Title I school?

No, Capitol Hill HS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Capitol Hill HS?

98.1% of students at Capitol Hill HS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,552
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
94
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Oklahoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
68.4%
4-Year Graduation
69.0%

District

OKLAHOMA CITY
District Enrollment
32,899
Schools in District
58
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,336
District Rank
#55 of 57

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