Serving 1,220 students in grades 9-12, Capital Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capital Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Capital Senior High School's student population of 1,220 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capital Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capital Senior High School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#326 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
6%
1%
White
63%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capital Senior High School's ranking?
Capital Senior High School is ranked #326 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Capital Senior High School often compared to?
Capital Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Borah Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capital Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Capital Senior High School is 84%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Capital Senior High School?
1,220 students attend Capital Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Capital Senior High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Capital Senior High School?
Capital Senior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Capital Senior High School offer ?
Capital Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Capital Senior High School part of?
Capital Senior High School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Capital Senior High School located?
Capital Senior High School is located in the West Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 21 other public schools located in West Boise.
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