Pride. Innovation. Tradition.
Unlock Your Potential
“Capitol High School creates an engaging and nurturing learning environment that challenges students to unlock their full potential and empowers them to become critical thinkers, resilient leaders, and highly skilled young people with opportunities to pursue their passions.”
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500+
Technology Advices
8
Athletic Teams
1
Broadcast Studio
100%
College Acceptance Rate
1
Creative Learning Systems SMART Lab
7
Industry Based Certifications
2
Apple Labs
4
Graduation Pathways
Capitol High School is an open-enrollment school. We accept students from all over Baton Rouge, and we provide free transportation to ensure we provide access to as many students as possible.
Capitol is More Than Just a Name
The biggest part of Capitol’s story is its legacy of pride, excellence, and tradition. The school made history when it opened in 1950 as the second public high school for Black students in Baton Rouge. Originally opened as a school for middle and high schoolers, the middle school and high school split in 1959. The middle school remained in its original location on what is now known as Gus Young Avenue, while the high school moved to its present location at 1000 N. 23rd Street. Since then, that facility has been the home of the Golden Lions. Today, Capitol High School offers an engaging and innovative curriculum that helps students prepare for the future of their choosing.
8 Reasons Why You Should Choose Capitol High
- Multiple Graduation Pathways
- Expanded Dual Enrollment and Advanced Placement Courses
- Multiple Industry-Based Certification Programs
- After-School Tutoring
- Jobs for America’s Graduates, Propel America, and Operation Spark Programs
- Three Hot Meals Daily (dinner for students in afterschool programs)
- Free Transportation
- Full Sports Menu, including Football, Cheerleading, and Marching Band
Our Pathways
Our unique school model is designed to accommodate the learning interests of every student. Our academies are tailormade so that all of our scholars become successful.
EARLY COLLEGE
The Early College Academy is designed to provide qualifying students the opportunity to experience college-level courses and earn college credit.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The Information Technology Academy exposes students to the fundamentals of software and web development and provides students with an opportunity to earn multiple industry-based certifications in programming, coding, and web development.
DIGITAL MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY
The Digital Media Entertainment Technology Academy is a cutting-edge program designed to introduce and prepare students for careers in digital media. Students also have an opportunity to earn industry-based certifications in graphic design and video production.
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