Capital High School vs Starling PK-8
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Capital High School
Columbus · Charter high · Grades 9–12
76 students
Starling PK-8
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
525 students
| Measure | Capital High School Columbus, Ohio | Starling PK-8 Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #692 of 802 | #1680 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #14870 of 16,910 | #49410 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 76 | 525 |
| Enrollment | 76 | 525 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 13% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Capital High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.4 vs 10.2).
- •Capital High School does better on math proficiency (24.5% vs 13%).
- •Starling PK-8 does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 24.5%).
- •Starling PK-8 does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 19.0).
- •Starling PK-8 is the larger school with 525 students compared with 76.
- •Capital High School is a charter school while Starling PK-8 is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Capital High School better than Starling PK-8?
On the Success Index (US), Capital High School ranks higher (22.4 vs 10.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Capital High School and Starling PK-8?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Capital High School: 76. Starling PK-8: 525. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Capital High School and Starling PK-8 rank in Ohio?
Capital High School is 692nd of 802 and Starling PK-8 is 1680th of 1,713 among high schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).