Thomas B. Doherty High School, commonly referred to as Doherty High School, is a public high school in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. Established in 1975, it is the newest school in the Colorado Springs School District 11, serving northeast Colorado Springs.
Serving 1,861 students in grades 9-12, Doherty High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,861 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doherty High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Doherty High School's student population of 1,861 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,861 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1975
Colors
Blue, Green
School Rankings
Doherty High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doherty High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#890 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
29%
36%
Black
7%
5%
White
52%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartan
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doherty High School's ranking?
Doherty High School is ranked #890 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Doherty High School?
The graduation rate of Doherty High School is 82%, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Doherty High School?
1,861 students attend Doherty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Doherty High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Doherty High School?
Doherty High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Doherty High School offer ?
Doherty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Doherty High School part of?
Doherty High School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
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