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Douglas High School

High School · Douglas Unified District (4174)

1500 E 15TH ST, Douglas, AZ 85607

Enrollment

1,338

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,035 of 2,006

In Douglas

#7 of 12

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Douglas Unified District (4174)

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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6.2/10

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About Douglas High School

Douglas High School is a public high school in Douglas, AZ, part of Douglas Unified District (4174). Douglas High School serves approximately 1,338 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglas High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,035 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Douglas High School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with AZ schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Douglas High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
College Readiness6.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate83%
AP Participation7.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,157
Chronic Absenteeism48.9%

Douglas High School — Students at Douglas High School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
31%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.

How Douglas High School Compares

See how Douglas High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
49th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.8
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
7.1% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·28 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1500 E 15TH ST, Douglas, AZ 85607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Douglas High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Center for Academic Success #2 - Douglas 9-12 (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bisbee High School (rated 7.1/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Bisbee), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PPEP TEC - Raul H. Castro Learning Center (rated 3.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Tucson), a more accessible option. For more schools in Douglas, see our Douglas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CTD - Douglas High School Willcox 0.0 mi
Joe Carlson Elementary School Douglas 0.2 mi 6.8
Omega Alpha Academy School Douglas 0.3 mi 3.7
LORETTO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Douglas 0.3 mi 4.0
Early Learning Center Douglas 0.4 mi
Paul H Huber Jr High School Douglas 0.5 mi 5.8
Clawson School Douglas 0.7 mi 6.5
Ray Borane Middle School Douglas 0.7 mi 5.6
Stevenson Elementary School Douglas 0.8 mi 6.2
Center for Academic Success #4 - Douglas 5-8 Douglas 0.8 mi 7.3
Sarah Marley School Douglas 0.9 mi 6.0
Center for Academic Success #3 - Douglas K-4 Douglas 1.1 mi 6.5
PPEP TEC - Raul H. Castro Learning Center Tucson 1.0 mi 3.6
Center for Academic Success #2 - Douglas 9-12 Douglas 1.2 mi 7.9
Liberty Traditional Charter School - Saddleback Tucson 1.7 mi 9.2
Faras Elementary School Douglas 2.0 mi 7.0
Double Adobe Elementary School Mcneal 12.4 mi 9.1
Mcneal Elementary School Mcneal 18.9 mi 7.9
Greenway Primary School Bisbee 20.7 mi 6.5
Bisbee High School Bisbee 21.1 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,576

Median Home Value

$134,000

Median Rent

$750/mo

Population

17,009

College Educated

14.9%

Homeownership

63.5%

Poverty Rate

27.7%

Median Age

32.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Douglas High School

What grades does Douglas High School serve?

Douglas High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Douglas High School?

Douglas High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,338 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Douglas High School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Douglas High School rank in AZ?

Douglas High School ranks #1,035 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Douglas High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Douglas High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Douglas High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglas High School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Douglas High School a charter school?

No, Douglas High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Douglas High School a Title I school?

No, Douglas High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,338
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Cochise County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.9%
4-Year Graduation
83.0%

District

Douglas Unified District (4174)
District Enrollment
3,725
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,157
District Rank
#4 of 8

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