Denison High School

Direction4200 N State Hwy 91, Denison, TX, 75020
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Public School DENISON ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

B
Good
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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 85
Student Progress 85
Closing Performance Gaps 93
Overall 87

Distinction Designations

MedalMedalMedalMedal
Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Welcome to Denison High School, a vibrant educational community nestled at 4200 N State Hwy 91 in Denison, TX. Part of the respected Denison ISD, our school is a beacon of learning, growth, and Yellow Jacket pride. For inquiries and further information, we invite you to call us at (903) 462-7125.

At Denison High School, we are proud to employ a dedicated team of 96 teachers, who collectively bring a wealth of knowledge and experience, averaging 11 years in the educational field. Our teachers have been with us for an average of 7 years, creating a stable and consistent learning environment for all students. This committed team is further supported by 12 education aides, ensuring that our student-to-teacher ratio of 13.40 remains conducive to personalized, focused, and engaging educational experiences.

Our bustling campus is home to approximately 1,286 students, each embarking on their unique academic journey. At Denison High School, we believe in fostering not only academic excellence but also in developing the holistic potential of each student. Our broad curriculum and extensive extracurricular programs are designed to nurture and challenge our students, preparing them for success both in and out of the classroom.

Join us at Denison High School, where education is not just about learning — it's about thriving in a community dedicated to excellence. Discover a place where your child can grow, succeed, and become the best version of themselves. We are more than just a school; we are a family, and we look forward to welcoming you to our Yellow Jacket community.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
1351
Is Charter
No
Address
4200 N STATE HWY 91, DENISON, TX, 75020
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Principal
DR CAVIN LEE BOETTGER
School District
Phone
(903) 462-7125
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Denison High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 125 9.25%
Hispanic 335 24.80%
White 727 53.81%
Asian 18 1.33%
Native American 19 1.41%
Two or More Races 127 9.40%
Total Students 1,351 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 774 57.29%
Limited English Proficiency 136 10.07%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 132 9.77%
Gifted & Talented 69 5.11%
Special Education 221 16.36%
Teacher Student Ratio 14.00 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 4 4.03%
20 - 30 years 19 19.96%
10 - 20 years 22 22.96%
6 - 10 years 12 12.00%
1- 5 years 32 33.51%
Beginning Teacher 7 7.45%
Teacher Experience Average 12.00 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 7.20 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 97 100%
Female Teachers 57 59.26 %
Male Teachers 39 40.74 %
School Admin 4
School Support 11
Edu Aids 11
Special Education 11

Denison High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 80% 70% 77% 96% 95%
African American 77% 70% 72% 100% 100%
Hispanic 74% 61% 76% 93% 95%
White 83% 74% 79% 96% 93%
Asian 96% 100% *% 100% 100%
Two or More Races 83% 72% 79% 100% 100%
Economically Disadvantaged 75% 64% 73% 94% 92%
Male Students 76% 64% 73% 95% 94%
Female Students 85% 76% 81% 98% 96%
Special Education 45% 24% 39% 83% 77%
Limited English Proficiency 65% 52% 73% 90% 92%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 59.9 1005 19.9 33.5
African American 62.5 924 18.5 20
Hispanic 61.3 946 18 21.7
White 59.4 1068 21.6 45.1
Asian * n/a * *
Two or More Races 54.5 937 17.9 16.7
Male Students 48.7 1021 19.9 42.5
Female Students 71.9 995 19.9 27
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 85.1 75.1 68.2 98.3 0.3 0.3 1
African American 93.8 87.5 81.3 100 n/a n/a n/a
Hispanic 84 74.7 68 96.2 1.3 n/a 2.6
White 84.1 74.6 67.4 98.6 n/a 0.7 0.7
Asian * * * * * * *
Two or More Races 81.8 66.7 57.6 100 n/a n/a n/a
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 97.4 n/a 0.7 2
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 99.3 0.7 n/a n/a
Special Education 17.1 42.9 11.4 97.1 n/a n/a 2.9
Eco Disadvantaged 81.8 73.3 65.9 98.3 0.6 n/a 1.1

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