Public School
Doherty High School
- BOverall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- Colorado Springs, CO
- 320 reviews
- AcademicsB
- DiversityA
- TeachersB
- College PrepB
- Clubs & ActivitiesB
- Health & SafetyC-
- AdministrationC+
- SportsB+
- FoodB
- Resources & FacilitiesC+
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- Cost of LivingC
- Good for FamiliesB+
- HousingB-
Median Household Income
$61,324
National
$55,322Median Rent
$1,072
National
$949Median Home Value
$248,700
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
C-
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 83%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.29 responses
Poll
- 79%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.29 responses
Students
Diversity
A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,076
Free or Reduced Lunch
42%
- 89%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.36 responses
- 67%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.36 responses
- 94%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.36 responses
Teachers
- 71%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.49 responses
- 76%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.49 responses
- 69%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.49 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
B
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
Expenses Per Student
$10,597/ year
National
$12,239- 79%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.52 responses
- 29%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.52 responses
- 60%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.52 responses
Doherty High School Reviews
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Before entering high school, I was the most introverted person you could imagine- the kid who had to have their mom ask an adult where my locker was located. I was shy, emotional, and felt lonely. However, once I attended DHS, I was welcomed with the lovely staff members who only wanted to see me succeed. I was also given the opportunity to participate in activities such as National Honor Society, varsity athletics, mathletes, and chamber orchestra. I am forever grateful for Doherty High School's teachers, administration, security guards, and janitors, as well as my supportive friends. DHS really did set me up for success, and I am now apart of the Colorado College class of 2023. Go Spartans!
My overall experience at Doherty had been amazing. I played basketball and made lots of friends and was involved in school events. I had a great time at Doherty. It was a pretty typical high school experience I would say. However to me it was the best one ever. I loved playing sports with my friends and going to plays or musicals or other sporting events. It really built me up as a person because I learned that it does not matter what you do in high school as long as you get your work done then you can go do all of those things. My favorite memories are definitely from football games on Friday nights. They were so fun just being around each other and enjoying each others company and watching our boys play. I will never forget those nights they will last with me forever. All of the teachers for the most part were very open and willing to help in any way possible with extra help and all of that. I received a great education from Doherty because of all of the kind hearted teachers!
During my four years at Doherty High School I faced a wide range of experiences. From natural disasters to unforeseen circumstances such as school floods, fires, and multiple losses of classmates. I have learned how to overcome any obstacle with the unity of our school’s community. While there was many challenges outside of school I learned leadership, perseverance, teamwork, and how to be a role model throughout time in the classroom and on the sports field. Overall, my experiences taught me many life lessons that will help me be successful throughout my life adventures.