DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL

DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Academy School District No. 20 in the county of El Paso an school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 1,160 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 65 teachers, DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Discovery Canyon Campus (DCC) High School, located in the Northgate area of Colorado Springs, is a distinguished K-12 "school of choice" within Academy School District 20. Known for its unique architectural design and expansive campus, the high school functions as part of an integrated educational model that emphasizes academic rigor, innovation, and a strong sense of community. The school prides itself on offering a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, robust STEM programming, and a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletics and highly acclaimed fine arts programs.

Beyond its academic offerings, Discovery Canyon is recognized for its commitment to developing "well-rounded" students through a culture that balances high expectations with individualized student support. The campus environment is intentionally designed to foster collaborative learning and personal growth, preparing students for success in collegiate and professional settings. With its focus on rigorous scholarship and character development, DCC remains one of the top-performing high schools in the Pikes Peak region, attracting families who value a comprehensive and challenging educational experience.

For more information, contact DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL at (719) 234-1800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1810 NORTHGATE BOULEVARD
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80921-3114
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DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 1,160 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,160
Teachers:
65.6
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,160 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.

White
73.7%
Hispanic/Latino
13.0%
Two or more races
4.8%
Asian
4.6%
Black or African American
3.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
46.9%
Male
53.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.