DENVER CITY HIGH SCHOOL

DENVER CITY H S is a public high school that is part of the DENVER CITY ISD school district, located in DENVER CITY, TX with about 487 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 40 teachers, DENVER CITY H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Denver City High School, located at 601 Mustang Ave in Denver City, Texas, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Denver City Independent School District. As a central pillar of the local community, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic experience for its students, preparing them for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous coursework, extracurricular involvement, and career-readiness programs. The school prides itself on its "Mustang" spirit, fostering a culture that emphasizes both educational achievement and character development.

Beyond the classroom, Denver City High School maintains a strong focus on student engagement through a variety of athletic, fine arts, and career-technical organizations. By leveraging resources provided by the district, the school aims to offer a supportive environment that addresses the diverse needs of its student body. For families and community members seeking detailed information regarding academic calendars, district policies, or specific school programs, the official website at http://www.dcisd.org serves as the primary resource for updates and school news.

For more information, contact DENVER CITY H S at (806) 592-5950 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

601 MUSTANG AVE
DENVER CITY, TX 79323-2797
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DENVER CITY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in DENVER CITY, TX with about 487 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
DENVER CITY ISD
Total Students:
487
Teachers:
40.25
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 487 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DENVER CITY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 79% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
78.9%
White
19.7%
Black or African American
0.6%
Two or more races
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Asian
0.2%

Female
49.1%
Male
50.9%

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.