Douglas County High School

1,659 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

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.

1,659

Total Students

85.9

Full-Time Teachers

19.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

23.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Douglas County High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,127
Hispanic	356
Black	29
Asian	57
Two or More	82
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	4

White
1,127 (67.9%)
Hispanic
356 (21.5%)
Two or More
82 (4.9%)
Asian
57 (3.4%)
Black
29 (1.7%)
American Indian
4 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Douglas County School District No. Re 1
Phone:	(303)387-1000
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,659
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	85.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	330
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	64

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 376

Grade 10 419

Grade 11 405

Grade 12 459