Columbus Africentric Early College is a public high school in Columbus, Ohio. It is a part of Columbus City Schools. The school's previous name, Mohawk Middle School, was changed in the late 1990s, to allow the school not only separation from its original status, but also to expand it into a large school.
Serving 339 students in grades 9-12, Columbus Africentric Early College High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbus Africentric Early College High School's student population of 339 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Black, Purple
School Rankings
Columbus Africentric Early College High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbus Africentric Early College High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2954 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
92%
17%
White
1%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus Africentric Early College High School's ranking?
Columbus Africentric Early College High School is ranked #2954 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Columbus Africentric Early College High School often compared to?
Columbus Africentric Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Alternative High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbus Africentric Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Columbus Africentric Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Columbus Africentric Early College High School?
339 students attend Columbus Africentric Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Columbus Africentric Early College High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbus Africentric Early College High School?
Columbus Africentric Early College High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbus Africentric Early College High School offer ?
Columbus Africentric Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbus Africentric Early College High School part of?
Columbus Africentric Early College High School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbus Africentric Early College High School located?
Columbus Africentric Early College High School is located in the Mid East neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Mid East.
School Reviews
5 12/9/2022
My grandchildren go to CAEC and it has been great for them. The teachers work so well with the kids, lots of programs for the children to participate in. Not to mention learning their history all year round is a bonus.
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