OVERLAND HIGH SCHOOL
OVERLAND HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah school district, located in AURORA, CO with about 2,377 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 135 teachers, OVERLAND 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.
OVERLAND HIGH SCHOOL, located in Aurora, Colorado, is a prominent secondary institution within the Cherry Creek School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic rigor and its wide array of extracurricular opportunities. Overland is perhaps most recognized for its vibrant school spirit and its "Trailblazer" identity, which encourages students to pursue excellence in both traditional academic subjects and specialized pathways, such as Advanced Placement (AP) courses and career-technical education.
Beyond the classroom, OVERLAND HIGH SCHOOL fosters an inclusive environment that emphasizes community engagement and personal growth. The school offers a comprehensive range of athletics, performing arts, and student-led clubs, providing a well-rounded experience designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. By focusing on both the intellectual and social development of its students, Overland remains a significant educational pillar in the Aurora community, dedicated to empowering its graduates to navigate an increasingly globalized world.
For more information, contact OVERLAND HIGH SCHOOL at (720) 747-3700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AURORA, CO 80012-5324
(720) 747-3700
OVERLAND HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in AURORA, CO with about 2,377 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 2,377
- Teachers:
- 135.52
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 2,377 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 37.4%
- Black or African American
- 28.4%
- White
- 21.3%
- Asian
- 6.1%
- Two or more races
- 5.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- Female
- 48.9%
- Male
- 51.1%
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.