Serving 512 students in grades 9-12, Denver City 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: DENVER CITY H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Denver City, TX, covering approximately 156.2 square miles. The area typically allows for a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 17 miles to its furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denver City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Denver City High School's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Denver City 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 Denver City High School is 0.27, which is less 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
#5247 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 1993–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
85%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-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
White, Grey, Red
School Mascot
Mustang/fillie
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denver City High School's ranking?
Denver City High School is ranked #5247 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denver City High School?
The graduation rate of Denver City High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Denver City High School?
512 students attend Denver City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Denver City High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denver City High School?
Denver City High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denver City High School offer ?
Denver City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Denver City High School part of?
Denver City High School is part of Denver City Independent School District.
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