Durango High School is a public high school in Durango, Colorado, United States. The school's historic building, now the district's administrative building, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Colorado State Register of Historic Properties.
Serving 1,352 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 46% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Durango High School's attendance zone covers the entire Durango school district, encompassing approximately 1,083 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 19.3 miles to the zone edge and the furthest boundary reaching 34.2 miles away.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Durango High School's student population of 1,352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,352 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1917
School Rankings
Durango High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durango High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#315 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Demon
Source: 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 #315 out of 1,748 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 Animas High School, Bayfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Durango High School?
The graduation rate of Durango High School is 94%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Durango High School?
1,352 students attend Durango High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Durango High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Durango High School?
Durango High School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Durango High School part of?
Durango High School is part of Durango School District No. 9-R.
School Calendar
View the Durango High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School / End of Grading Period
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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