Charles School at Ohio Dominican University
Charter School
320 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The Charles School at Ohio Dominican University is a unique early college high school located in Columbus, Ohio, that operates through a partnership between the Graham Family of Schools and Ohio Dominican University. Designed for students who are eager for a rigorous academic environment, the school allows pupils to begin earning tuition-free college credits while simultaneously completing their high school requirements. By integrating secondary education with university coursework, the school aims to bridge the gap between high school and higher education, providing students with a significant head start on their college degrees and a clear pathway toward future academic success.
The school emphasizes a small, supportive learning community that prioritizes personalized instruction, critical thinking, and college readiness. Because the campus is embedded within Ohio Dominican University, students gain early exposure to a professional collegiate atmosphere, fostering independence and maturity. With a focus on preparing students for the demands of 21st-century careers, The Charles School serves as an ideal environment for motivated learners who want to maximize their educational potential and transition more seamlessly into the university setting.
The school emphasizes a small, supportive learning community that prioritizes personalized instruction, critical thinking, and college readiness. Because the campus is embedded within Ohio Dominican University, students gain early exposure to a professional collegiate atmosphere, fostering independence and maturity. With a focus on preparing students for the demands of 21st-century careers, The Charles School serves as an ideal environment for motivated learners who want to maximize their educational potential and transition more seamlessly into the university setting.
320
Total Students
14.0
Full-Time Teachers
22.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic | 50 |
| Black | 220 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 18 |
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Black220 (68.8%)
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Hispanic50 (15.6%)
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White31 (9.7%)
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Two or More18 (5.6%)
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Asian1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Charles School at Ohio Dominican University |
| Phone: | (614)258-8588 |
| Website: | http://www.thecharlesschool.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 320 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 14.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 22.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
101
Grade 10
77
Grade 11
68
Grade 12
74
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 101 |
| Grade 10 | 77 |
| Grade 11 | 68 |
| Grade 12 | 74 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 165 | 51.6% |
| Male | 155 | 48.4% |
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