Background Statement
Located in Durango, CO, Animas High School
opened in 2009 to offer rigorous, individualized
college preparation based on the design principles
of the nationally acclaimed High Tech High model.
Animas High School is a rapidly-growing public
charter school serving 296 students in grades 9-12.
In 2015, we graduated our third class of students.
Our dedicated faculty and staff are life-long learners
who are invested in our school and students.
Faculty, Student & School Recognition
Colorado Charter Institute Distinguished
Award, 2013-2014, 2014-2015
John Irwin School of Excellence, named among
the top 8% of all Colorado public schools and
one of only four high schools honored on the
Western Slope
Colorado STAR Teacher Council appointee,
2011 and 2012
Colorado Charter School Teacher of the Year
Finalist, 2012
Colorado Charter School Leader Finalist, 2012
National Merit Scholar, 2012
Accreditation
Animas High School is accredited through the Colorado