Do you drive to Durango for work?
Choose a school that fits your life
Durango is a regional hub for work, education, and opportunity. Each day, thousands of people commute into Durango from surrounding communities in both Colorado and New Mexico. If you’re one of them, your child can benefit too.
Durango School District (DSD) welcomes out-of-district families to apply for open enrollment – and yes, that includes families from neighboring towns in New Mexico! Enroll now to secure a spot for the 2025-26 school year.
Why choose our schools?
Convenience for your family
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- Drop-off on your way to work, pick-up on your way home
- After-school programs and care aligned with your schedule
- Close to your child’s doctor, dentist, and activities
Excellence in education
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- Test scores are in the top 20% of the state of Colorado
- A- rating and ranked #16 Best School Districts in Colorado on Niche.com
- 20 AP classes offered at Durango High School, and concurrent enrollment classes earn college credits
- Graduation rate is 95% – well over the average 87% nationwide
- District-wide Portrait of a Graduate vision builds power skills for life, learning, and work
- SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab offers hands-on, project-based outdoor learning that's unmatched in the state
- Outstanding athletic programs; all sports teams had representatives at state in 2024-25
- 14 CTE (Career & Technical Education) pathways for future-ready skills
- Award-winning STEM and experiential learning programs
- Our students speak 29 different home languages
Who can apply?
- Colorado families outside district boundaries
- New Mexico families who commute into Durango
- Anyone seeking the best educational fit for their child
First day of school is Aug. 19
To secure a seat in a Durango school, we encourage families to complete open enrollment now for the 2025-26 school year. Seats are limited and available at select schools and grade levels.
Start your application now
Have questions? Contact our Enrollment Concierge at [email protected] and we’ll guide you through the process.
Durango School District is proud to serve families who work in Durango but live beyond our district boundaries. Make your commute work for your whole family – choose a school that fits your life.