Serving 1,369 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 32%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- 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 1,369 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Durango High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durango High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#324 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
70%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #324 out of 1,779 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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 93%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Durango High School?
1,369 students attend Durango High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Durango High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% 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 16:1.
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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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Events)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Events)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Events)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Events)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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