Columbus Alternative High School
- Public, Magnet, Alternative
- COLUMBUS, OH
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Columbus Alternative High School
- grade AOverall Grade
- Public, Magnet, Alternative
- 9-12
- COLUMBUS, OH
- Rating 3.74 out of 5 260 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A minus
- Diversitygrade A
- Teachersgrade A minus
- College Prepgrade A minus
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade C
- Health & Safetygrade B+
- Administrationgrade A minus
- Sportsgrade unavailable
- Foodgrade C
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade C minus
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Columbus Alternative High School Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
86%
Percent Proficient - Math
55%
Average Graduation Rate
92%
Average SAT
1180
62 responses
Average ACT
26
235 responses
AP Enrollment
21%
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- Cost of Livinggrade A minus
- Good for Familiesgrade B minus
- Housinggrade C+
Median Household Income
$38,671
National
$62,843Median Rent
$862
National
$1,062Median Home Value
$84,124
National
$217,500Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
grade B+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
76%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 34 responsesPoll
88%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 34 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
813
Free or Reduced Lunch
97%
84%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 38 responses92%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 38 responses24%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 38 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$73,236
Teachers in First/Second Year
0%
87%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 45 responses91%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 45 responses80%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 45 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade C
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
Expenses Per Student
$20,208 / year
National
$12,23990%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 50 responses24%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 50 responses72%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 50 responsesSimilar Schools
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Columbus Alternative High School Reviews
Rating 3.74 out of 5 260 reviews
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Columbus Alternative High School (CAHS) changed my life forever. I entered CAHS in 2013 as a intercity student who never saw to much of a future for myself. Although, by the time I graduated CAHS in 2017 I expected nothing less than excellence from myself. They offer AP and IB classes to their students for free which allowed me to earn college credits right at my own high school. CAHS was constantly taking into consideration that there are students from all over the district and teaching on a very personalized basis. The teachers and administrators put learning first and do everything they can to help you achieve your goals including college application workshops. I have nothing negative to say about CAHS besides they need a new building because the current one is very old. Oh, and no sports! Unless you play ultimate frisbee!
My experience was like a yinyang symbol. There were some learning experiences and options that were good but also were bad in a sort of way which messed up some of my schedule. The other half where some things may seem bad it was actually very good and helpful to me. I’ve made a lot of choices with the opportunities they have given me and honestly I wouldn’t mind attending here again if I were to go back in time. I loved the teachers and the curriculums were challenging and nice to learn. Although there were some problems with the building, I think it was a good school overall.
Columbus Alternative High School (CAHS) is very diverse in its student body. This allows students from all backgrounds to safely and effectively intermingle, without feeling judged. CAHS is very rigorous when it comes to academics and this is partly due to the fact that it has excellent teachers and staff who really care. Some people might consider this a downside but CAHS does not have any sports. However, students have the opportunity to participate in sports at their home schools. CAHS is the only school in its district that offers International Baccalaureate (IB) courses and this is due to the fact that students have the drive to pursue intricate leveled courses. I am a student at CAHS, pursuing the full IB Diploma program. I had some rough times but I feel like that is to be expected. However, I have created memories that will last for a lifetime and lessons to get me through anything. I am a CAHSmic scholar and I say it loud and proud!