Serving 1,347 students in grades 9-12, Durango High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 10% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durango High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Durango High School's student population of 1,347 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Durango High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durango High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#234 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
35%
Black
n/a
4%
White
72%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durango High School's ranking?
Durango High School is ranked #234 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Durango High School often compared to?
Durango High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayfield High School, Animas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Durango High School?
The graduation rate of Durango High School is 95%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 81%.
How many students attend Durango High School?
1,347 students attend Durango High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Durango High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Durango High School?
Durango High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Durango High School offer ?
Durango High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Durango High School part of?
Durango High School is part of Durango School District No. 9-R.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School (Events)
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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