About
Dakota Ridge High School (DRHS) is a comprehensive four-year technologically advanced high school that opened its doors on Aug. 20, 1996. DRHS is one of 17 traditional high schools in Jeffco Public Schools, Colorado's second-largest school district serving over 69,000 students.
Dakota Ridge is located in southwest suburban Denver with a student enrollment of more than 1,300. Students are scheduled for a maximum of four 90-minute block classes per day, alternating every other day. Within these eight blocks, all students can take six half-credit academic courses each semester, plus a mandatory seminar class, while underclassmen are also enrolled in a no-credit study hall.
Vision
Dakota Ridge High School continually strives for a school based upon an exceptional community that promotes extraordinary learning, expanded opportunities, and above all, success for all students.
Mission Statement
DRHS aspires to help all members of its community develop a balance between and synergy from four basic human needs: the need to live, the need to love, the need to learn and the need to leave a legacy. Therefore, we consciously commit ourselves to demonstrating:
The physical need to live in an environment that is clean, safe and business-like; a vibrant place which inspires a healthy attitude in its community of learners.
The social need to love self and others with respect, high expectations, trust and decency; to belong to and work as a responsible member of the community.
The mental need to learn by continuously seeking and accepting challenging opportunities that expand our abilities and motivate others to make full use of their abilities.
The spiritual need to leave a legacy by establishing a sense of meaning and purpose to our existence through contributions to our community and to the lives of others.
Dakota Ridge Articulation Area
Jeffco Public Schools is divided into 17 articulation areas that provide assigned schools for each neighborhood.
A to Z Guide
View DRHS programs and other offerings listed A through Z.
Attendance
Regular attendance is crucial to student success. Review Jeffco’s attendance policies and procedures.
Bell Schedule
Access the DRHS daily bell schedule.
Calendar
Stay up to date on DRHS events, activities and other happenings. Plus, view the school year calendar.
Directory
Get contact information for DRHS faculty and staff.
Dress Code
DRHS follows Jeffco’s guidelines for appropriate student dress.
Inclement Weather
Weather can impact school-day operations. View Jeffco’s inclement weather policies and procedures.
International Baccalaureate (IB)
DRHS' International Baccalaureate program enhances creativity, critical thinking and international understanding.
Meet the Principal
Get to know DRHS' school leader.
Safety
The safety and well-being of students and staff is DRHS' top priority.
Student & Family Handbook
The student & family handbook outlines policies, procedures and student expectations.
Why Should You Attend Dakota Ridge High School?
Learn more about what DRHS offers and why you should attend.