Very Good
#334 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 18% in state
Highlands Ranch High School
High School · Douglas County School District No. Re 1
9375 CRESTHILL LANE, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130
Enrollment
1,390
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,390
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#334 of 1,815
In Highlands Ranch
#18 of 26
public schools
In district
#31 of 88
Douglas County School District No. Re 1
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Highlands Ranch High School
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About Highlands Ranch High School
Highlands Ranch High School is a public high school in Highlands Ranch, CO, part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1. Highlands Ranch High School serves approximately 1,390 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Highlands Ranch High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Highlands Ranch High School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- CO avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Highlands Ranch High School — Students at Highlands Ranch High School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.8/10.
How Highlands Ranch High School Compares
See how Highlands Ranch High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9375 CRESTHILL LANE, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands Ranch High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Rock Canyon High School (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, VALOR CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Highlands Ranch, see our Highlands Ranch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$155,117
Median Home Value
$652,700
Median Rent
$2,564/mo
Population
25,293
College Educated
67.3%
Homeownership
77.9%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
39.7
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| D'Evelyn Junior/Senior High School Denver, CO | 7.9 |
| Dakota Ridge Senior High School Littleton, CO | 7.9 |
| Heritage High School Littleton, CO | 7.9 |
| Chatfield High School Littleton, CO | 8.0 |
| Conifer Senior High School Conifer, CO | 8.0 |
| George Washington High School Denver, CO | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands Ranch High School
What grades does Highlands Ranch High School serve?
Highlands Ranch High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Highlands Ranch High School?
Highlands Ranch High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,390 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Ranch High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Ranch High School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highlands Ranch High School rank in CO?
Highlands Ranch High School ranks #334 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Highlands Ranch High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands Ranch High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Highlands Ranch High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands Ranch High School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Highlands Ranch High School a charter school?
No, Highlands Ranch High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands Ranch High School a Title I school?
No, Highlands Ranch High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highlands Ranch High School?
19.9% of students at Highlands Ranch High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,390
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.6%
- Phone
- (303) 387-2500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Douglas County School District No. Re 1- District Enrollment
- 61,409
- Schools in District
- 89
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,942
- District Rank
- #31 of 88
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