Building Excellent Computer Science Programs Across Ohio

Teach quality computer science to positively impact the next generation in Ohio.

Did You Know?

  • Ohio has K-12 computer science standards

  • Ohio does not require high schools to offer computer science

  • CodeHS courses are aligned to Ohio computer science standards

  • CodeHS curriculum is free

Ohio Computer Science Stats


  • 3,504 students in Ohio took the Advanced Placement Computer Science exams in 2019 (1,313 AP CSA, 2,191 AP CSP); only 26% of exams were taken by females
  • Computer programmers and software developers in Ohio have an average annual salary of $90,530, which is significantly higher than the average state salary at $48,220

Sources: College Board, Department of Education, Bureau of Labor Statistics

Ohio Computer Science Pathway

CodeHS courses align with Ohio middle school and high school computer science standards for a robust grade 6-12 pathway.

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Intro to Programming with Karel the Dog (Ace)
Computer Science Explorations 1
Computer Science Explorations 2
Python Basics with Tracy 1
Python Basics with Tracy 2
Web Design (Kahlo)
Introduction to Game Design with p5play
Introduction to Computer Science in JavaScript (Corgi)
Introduction to Computer Science in Python
Web Design (Picasso)
Introduction to Virtual Reality
AP Computer Science Principles
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
Mobile Apps
AP Computer Science A (Nitro)

We've Got Ohio Standards Covered

CodeHS maps all of the standards from Ohio to our courses, offering aligned and engaging curriculum in our 6-12 pathway.

Top-Notch Professional Development

Online & in-person training for teachers to build the knowledge and confidence to teach excellent computer science courses.

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Ohio Policies & Resources

Even though computer science is not yet required in Ohio, the State Board of Education passed a policy in 2019 (HB 170) that allows computer science to count towards a science or mathematics graduation credit.

In December 2018, Ohio adopted Learning Standards and Model Curriculum for Computer Science which would be implemented in schools by the 2019-2020 school year.

Source: Ohio Department of Education


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CodeHS Privacy Policy for Ohio

CodeHS is a member of the Student Data Privacy Consortium (SDPC) in many states. Your district can sign Exhibit E to execute the agreement for your state.

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