Denton High School

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Denton High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3001 Bronco Way,  Denton, TX
Denton Independent School District
3.6
2.9
2,083 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Joel Hays
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1130
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
46%
Average GPA
3.5
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
A-
College Prep
C+
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.5
Reading Proficiency
46%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
143
Full Time Teachers
143
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1130
Math
550
Verbal
580
Average ACT
25
Math
23
English
25
Reading
27
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
24
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
13%
State Average
16%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
289:1

Student Diversity

Male
51%
Female
49%
Hispanic
39.9%
White
36.4%
Black
16.4%
Asian
3.3%
Two or more races
3.1%
Native American
<1%
Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Texas 545 Students
University of Texas - Austin 344 Students
Texas Woman's University 336 Students
Texas A&M University 311 Students
Texas Tech University 188 Students
North Central Texas College 186 Students
Texas State University 169 Students
Rice University 163 Students
Baylor University 156 Students
University of Oklahoma 144 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 140 Students
Biology 126 Students
Nursing 123 Students
Psychology 121 Students
Computer Science 62 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 60 Students
Education 50 Students
Mechanical Engineering 42 Students
Engineering 40 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 36 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 359 Reviews
4.0 Junior
4/19/2026
Love the teachers and staff. IB, AP, and DC courses are wonderful for college preparation and credits.
3.0 Senior
12/16/2024
It's been an interesting experience at Denton High School, there are a lot of different type of people from all walks of life. It's easy to make friends if you're prepared to put yourself out there but what makes Denton High School especially interesting is the caring teachers. I'll be honest I don't think there's a lot of teachers that genuinely care anymore, but Denton High School has teachers that actually enjoy there job and it's easy to talk to them and learn.
4.0 Senior
9/8/2024
My overall experience with DHS has been pretty good. I have been a part of a club at DHS and even got the chance to do dual credit and college readiness classes. My teachers have been pretty well and have helped me achieve in my classes and get good grades.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.9 12 Reviews
1.0 other
5/28/2025
Hello all!! I'm a fellow graduate of Denton High School (Class of 2012) and I was a member of the Pride of Bronco Country marching band. There is a lot I must share so I will come right to the point.Some of my best times were spent as a member of the POBC. My best moments were all of the following:...
5.0 parent
4/12/2021
Great schools! Staff is amazing. Keep up the good work.
5.0 parent
12/20/2019
My two teen boys have greatly improved their grades after moving here from Oklahoma. Some people feel entitled and are giving low ratings but if they fixed their problems at home maybe their children wouldn’t struggle in school.
1.0 parent
11/28/2017
This school does nothing about bullying: they tell the child being bullied to just ignore it! It’s ridiculous! What a horrible school!

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Denton High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Denton, TX and is served by the Denton Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,083 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 46% are proficient in reading. Denton High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.5, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1130 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $298,736. Discover additional schools in the area, like Strickland Middle School, Immaculate Conception Catholic School, North Texas Collegiate Academy-North Campus, and more. Learn more about what Denton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Denton High School.

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