Serving 2,325 students in grades 9-12, Rock Canyon High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Rock Canyon High School serves the northern part of its school district in Lone Tree, CO, covering an area of approximately 26.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Canyon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rock Canyon High School's student population of 2,325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,325 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rock Canyon High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Canyon High School is 0.54, 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
#35 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
17%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
65%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Graduation Rate
97%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Canyon High School's ranking?
Rock Canyon High School is ranked #35 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rock Canyon High School often compared to?
Rock Canyon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Vista High School, Stem School Highlands Ranch by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rock Canyon High School?
The graduation rate of Rock Canyon High School is 97%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Rock Canyon High School?
2,325 students attend Rock Canyon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Rock Canyon High School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Canyon High School?
Rock Canyon High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rock Canyon High School offer ?
Rock Canyon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Canyon High School part of?
Rock Canyon High School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Rock Canyon High School located?
Rock Canyon High School is located in the Southridge neighborhood of Lone Tree, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Southridge.
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