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Denton High School

Denton ISD · Denton County · 3001 BRONCO WAY, Denton, TX 76207

(940)369-2000

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4/10
#774
Rank 774 out of 1,276
English Language Arts5/10 · #806 · 41st percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #734 · 43rd percentile
Science5/10 · #701 · 44th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Denton High School sits in one of North Texas's most eclectic college towns, home to UNT and TWU, which gives the city a creative, independent energy that sets it apart from the typical DFW suburb. The school lands in the mid-range academically, making it a reasonable fit for families settling into Denton's more established westside neighborhoods who value the town's local music scene, walkable square, and small-city feel over the pressure-cooker atmosphere of some neighboring districts. Families who prioritize community character and affordability over top-percentile rankings will find Denton's blend of college-town culture and Texas roots genuinely appealing.

Student Demographics

1,314 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
558 (42%)
White
468 (36%)
African American
222 (17%)
Asian
44 (3%)
Other
22 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners363 (28%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged796 (61%)
Students with Disabilities202 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

2,054
Enrollment
152.3
Teachers (FTE)
13.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
6.2
Administrators (FTE)

Graduation Rate

96.6%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

24
AP Courses
offered
24.8%
AP Participation
of students
502
AP Enrollment
students
IB Program177 students enrolled

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs7/10 · #616 · 61st percentile

57 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Texas.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found