About the Data
This guide uses data from Denver Public Schools, the Colorado Department of Education, individual school websites, and Colorado Open Records Act requests. If you find any errors, please let us know. Keep in mind that corrections may be needed on other websites as well.
About the School
Denver South is committed to dismantling systemic and structural racism in education, creating academic access, and facilitating success for each student. As a community, we will work to create diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments for all students to feel supported academically and personally. Students will be empowered to pursue their...
Denver South is committed to dismantling systemic and structural racism in education, creating academic access, and facilitating success for each student. As a community, we will work to create diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments for all students to feel supported academically and personally. Students will be empowered to pursue their dreams beyond Denver South. We are are committed to building a future we can all prosper in. Denver South High School offers a cross-cultural academic experience that challenges all students to attain the highest levels of success. Students come to our beautiful Washington Park campus from all across Denver and around the globe to prepare for college and their post-secondary careers. South is proud to be recognized as a Whole-Child Distinguished School. We support and value students' social-emotional and academic needs and build communities that allow all our students to make meaningful connections with their peers and teachers. WE ARE DENVER SOUTH!
Student Demographics
Teacher Demographics
Student Special Populations
Student Survey Results
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Students feel a sense of belonging | 89.6 % |
| Students feel engaged in learning and activities | 46.1 % |
| Students feel safe and healthy | 56.2 % |
| Students feel they have choice and agency | 78.2 % |
Parent Survey Results
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Parents feel involved in school decisions | 58.5 % |
| Parents feel welcomed by their school | 87 % |
| Parents have positive interactions with teachers | 90.5 % |
SAT: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 56.7 % | 65.9 % | +9.2 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | 41.7 % | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | 35.5 % | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36.9 % | 43.6 % | +6.7 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 61.9 % | 63 % | +1.1 % |
| White | 78.6 % | 83.7 % | +5.1 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 29.8 % | 39.2 % | +9.4 % |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 70.9 % | 82.1 % | +11.2 % |
SAT: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 35.8 % | 37.5 % | +1.7 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | 33.3 % | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | 16.1 % | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 15.6 % | 17.6 % | +2.0 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 47.6 % | 40.7 % | -6.9 % |
| White | 54.7 % | 51.6 % | -3.1 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 14.5 % | 19.5 % | +5.0 % |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 47 % | 48.4 % | +1.4 % |
PSAT/SAT: Median Growth in Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 49 | 52 | +3.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | 47 | 50.5 | +3.5 |
| Black or African American | 45 | 37.5 | -7.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 | 47 | +3.0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 56 | 52 | -4.0 |
| White | 56.5 | 58 | +1.5 |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 53 | 56 | +3.0 |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 45 | 47 | +2.0 |
PSAT/SAT: Median Growth in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 44 | 47 | +3.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | 51 | 54 | +3.0 |
| Black or African American | 41.5 | 39 | -2.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 | 41.5 | -0.5 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 53.5 | 70 | +16.5 |
| White | 44 | 47 | +3.0 |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 45 | 49 | +4.0 |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 40 | 44 | +4.0 |
4-Year Graduation Rate
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 90.98 % | 92.2 % | +1.2 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 100 % | 98 % | -2.0 % |
| Asian | 81.82 % | 76 % | -5.8 % |
| Black or African American | 86.05 % | 83.7 % | -2.3 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 88.98 % | 87.4 % | -1.6 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 % | 2 % | +2.0 % |
| Two or More Races | 94.44 % | 98 % | +3.6 % |
| White | 94.57 % | 98 % | +3.4 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 85.95 % | 85.3 % | -0.7 % |
Academic Offerings
Special Programs Offered
Student Services & Supports
Special Education
Multi-Lingual Learners
Early Childhood
Discipline: % of Total Student Population
| Metric | In School Supensions | Out of School Suspensions | Referrals to Law Enforcement |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 4.5 % | 2.2 % | 0.1 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | 4.5 % | 2.3 % | 0 % |
| Black or African American | 7 % | 5.1 % | 0 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5.2 % | 3.4 % | 0 % |
| Two or More Races | 5.5 % | 3.6 % | 0.9 % |
| White | 3.6 % | 0.9 % | 0 % |
Absenteeism
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Average Daily Attendance | 92.7 % |
| Truancy Rate | 2.6 % |