South High School

School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

1700 EAST LOUISIANA AVENUE
DENVER, CO 80210

denversouth.dpsk12.org/

1,950 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Denver South High School, located in the Washington Park neighborhood of Denver, is one of the city's most historic and academically diverse institutions. Serving a vibrant and multicultural student population, the school is well-regarded for its comprehensive approach to education, offering a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, concurrent enrollment opportunities, and specialized programs like the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. This rigorous academic environment is designed to prepare students for success in higher education while fostering critical thinking and global awareness.

Beyond academics, Denver South is known for its strong sense of community and school spirit, often referred to as the "Rebel" pride. The campus supports a broad spectrum of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs, which encourage students to explore their interests and develop leadership skills outside the classroom. With its combination of a rich historical legacy, a commitment to equity, and a focus on preparing well-rounded graduates, Denver South High School remains a cornerstone of the Denver Public Schools district.

1,950

Total Students

100.3

Full-Time Teachers

19.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

38.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	992
Hispanic	578
Black	150
Asian	80
Two or More	133
American Indian	8

White
992 (51.1%)
Hispanic
578 (29.8%)
Black
150 (7.7%)
Two or More
133 (6.9%)
Asian
80 (4.1%)
American Indian
8 (0.4%)

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:	School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
Phone:	(720)423-6000
Website:	http://denversouth.dpsk12.org/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,950
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	100.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	674
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	78

* 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 9 565

Grade 10 494

Grade 11 443

Grade 12 448