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 1,343 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 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,343 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%)
- 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 1,343 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
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 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#315 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
68%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Demon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Durango High School?
1,343 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
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Date
Fall Break (No school) (Events)
October 03, 2025 (Friday)
Fall Break (No school) (Events)
October 04, 2025 (Saturday)
Fall Break (No school) (Events)
October 05, 2025 (Sunday)
Fall Break (No school) (Events)
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break (No school) (Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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