Durango High School Celebrates Top 10% National Ranking: A Closer Look at Local Excellence in Education

Durango High School (DHS) ranks in the top 10% of high schools in the United States, according to U.S. News & World Reports. DHS Principal Dr. Jon Hoerl credits this achievement to the combined efforts of students, teachers, and staff. The ranking considers various factors including college readiness, key subject proficiency, and graduation rates.

U.S. News uses several educational metrics to determine these rankings. These include assessments of college readiness, reading, math, and science skills, performance of underserved students, the scope of college curriculum, and graduation rates. This analysis aims to identify schools that effectively prepare students for college and future careers.

Parents and students can access detailed rankings and methodologies on the U.S. News website. LaMont Jones, the managing editor of education at U.S. News, states that the rankings provide essential information to families, aiding them in making educated decisions about educational options.

DHS has reported a 95% graduation rate in 2023 and has seen success in various academic and extracurricular areas. Students have performed well in Advanced Placement exams and competitions in health careers, knowledge bowl, and robotics, earning significant scholarships in robotics.

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