Denton High School is a public high school located in the city of Denton, Texas and classified as a 5A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Denton Independent School District located in central Denton County and was the original high school for Denton. Denton High School was established in 1884.
Serving 2,083 students in grades 9-12, Denton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,083 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Denton High School serves the western part of Denton, TX, covering an area of approximately 75 square miles. Families within the zone can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Denton High School's student population of 2,083 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 143 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,083 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
143 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1884
School Rankings
Denton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denton High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6644 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Broncos
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denton High School's ranking?
Denton High School is ranked #6644 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Denton High School often compared to?
Denton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guyer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denton High School?
The graduation rate of Denton High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Denton High School?
2,083 students attend Denton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Denton High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denton High School?
Denton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denton High School offer ?
Denton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Denton High School part of?
Denton High School is part of Denton Independent School District.
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