Capitol High School is a public high school named after the Louisiana State Capitol in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Capitol High School serves 259 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capitol High School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Colors
Red, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Capitol High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
99%
41%
White
n/a
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Capitol High School?
259 students attend Capitol High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Capitol High School students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capitol High School?
Capitol High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Capitol High School offer ?
Capitol High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Capitol High School part of?
Capitol High School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
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