DOUGLAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
DOUGLAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Douglas County School District No. Re 1 school district, located in CASTLE ROCK, CO with about 1,859 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 94 teachers, DOUGLAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
DOUGLAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL, located in the heart of Castle Rock, Colorado, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Douglas County School District. As a historic pillar of the community, the school is known for its "Huskies" mascot and a long-standing tradition of academic, athletic, and extracurricular excellence. The campus offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and robust fine arts programs, all designed to prepare students for the demands of higher education and the modern workforce.
Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes a well-rounded student experience, fostering a supportive environment that encourages community involvement and school spirit. With a focus on preparing graduates for success in an ever-changing global society, DOUGLAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL combines its rich local history with modern educational practices to help students achieve their individual potential. Its central location on Front Street keeps it deeply integrated into the Castle Rock community, making it a focal point for local events and student-led initiatives.
For more information, contact DOUGLAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL at (303) 387-1000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
CASTLE ROCK, CO 80104-9496
(303) 387-1000
DOUGLAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in CASTLE ROCK, CO with about 1,859 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Douglas County School District No. Re 1
- Total Students:
- 1,859
- Teachers:
- 94.48
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- 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 1,859 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending DOUGLAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.
- White
- 75.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.5%
- Two or more races
- 3.8%
- Asian
- 3.0%
- Black or African American
- 1.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.3%
- Male
- 50.7%
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.