DENTON HIGH SCHOOL
DENTON H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the DENTON ISD school district, located in DENTON, TX with about 2,030 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 146 teachers, DENTON H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
Denton High School, located at 1007 Fulton Street in Denton, Texas, is the flagship secondary institution of the Denton Independent School District. As the district's oldest high school, it holds a deep-rooted history in the local community, blending long-standing traditions with modern academic and extracurricular programs. The school serves a diverse student body and is well-regarded for its comprehensive curriculum, which includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and a wide array of athletic and fine arts programs.
The campus recently transitioned to a new, state-of-the-art facility, representing a significant investment in the future of the school’s academic environment. This transition has allowed the school to better support its mission of fostering student success, critical thinking, and civic engagement. Known for its "Bronco" pride, Denton High remains a cornerstone of the city, focusing on preparing its students for higher education, the workforce, and active participation in their community through a mix of rigorous instruction and a supportive school culture.
For more information, contact DENTON H S at (940) 369-2000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
DENTON, TX 76201-2851
(940) 369-2000
DENTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in DENTON, TX with about 2,030 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- DENTON ISD
- Total Students:
- 2,030
- Teachers:
- 146.76
- 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
- Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
- 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 2,030 students
- White
- 46.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 36.0%
- Black or African American
- 13.0%
- Asian
- 3.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.8%
- Two or more races
- 0.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.9%
- Male
- 49.1%
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.