HIGHLANDS RANCH HIGH SCHOOL
HIGHLANDS RANCH HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Douglas County School District No. Re 1 school district, located in HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO with about 1,745 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 90 teachers, HIGHLANDS RANCH 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.
HIGHLANDS RANCH HIGH SCHOOL, located in the master-planned community of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, is a comprehensive public high school serving students in grades 9–12 as part of the Douglas County School District. Known for its strong sense of school spirit and community engagement, the school offers a rigorous academic curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, concurrent enrollment options, and specialized elective programs designed to prepare students for both college and career pathways.
Beyond academics, the school places a heavy emphasis on a well-rounded student experience, boasting a highly competitive athletics program and a diverse selection of extracurricular clubs, arts, and performance organizations. HIGHLANDS RANCH HIGH SCHOOL is frequently recognized for its focus on inclusivity and character development, aiming to provide a supportive environment that fosters both personal growth and academic excellence. Its location serves as a central hub for families in the surrounding residential area, contributing to its reputation as a cornerstone institution within the greater Denver metropolitan region.
For more information, contact HIGHLANDS RANCH HIGH SCHOOL at (303) 387-2500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80130-4408
(303) 387-2500
HIGHLANDS RANCH HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO with about 1,745 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:
- 1,745
- Teachers:
- 90.42
- 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 1,745 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending HIGHLANDS RANCH HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.
- White
- 71.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.5%
- Two or more races
- 5.4%
- Asian
- 4.9%
- Black or African American
- 2.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.0%
- Male
- 53.0%
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.