Capitol Hill High School
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| Capitol Hill High School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
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500 SW 36th Street , , 73109 | |
| Information | |
| Type | Public |
| Established | 1928 |
| School district | Oklahoma City Public Schools |
| NCES District ID | 4022770 |
| Superintendent | Sean McDaniel |
| Principal | Shari Gateley |
| Teaching staff | 94.78 (FTE)[1] |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Enrollment | 1,552 (2023-2024)[1] |
| Student to teacher ratio | 16.37[1] |
| Colors | Maroon and white [2] |
| Mascot | Red Wolves |
| Website | https://chhs.okcps.org/ |
Capitol Hill High School (CHHS) is a public high school in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.[3] It is part of the Oklahoma City Public Schools.
In addition to parts of Oklahoma City, the school's boundary includes Valley Brook and a portion of Del City.[4][5]
The high school has recorded a significant history with noteworthy success in interscholastic sports athletes and activities. Alumni include Allie Reynolds, a six-time all-star, and six-time World Series Champion, and Don Demeter. In 1949, Jack Van Pool played quarterback at the school and led it to a 12-0 season and state championship before becoming an Oklahoma Sooner and then joining the U.S. Army.[6][7] Orville Moody was also an alumnus.[8]
Rockabilly singer Wanda Jackson graduated from the school.[9] Elmer Mulhausen wrote about his experiences at the school.[10]
U.S. News reported the student body to be 73 percent Hispanic, 11 percent African American and 10 percent white.[11]
In 1945, its yearbook was known as 'Chieftain.'[12]
