Douglas High School (DHS) is a

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Winston, Oregon Winston is a city in Douglas County, Oregon, United States, located 7 miles southwest of Roseburg. The population was 5,379 according to the 2010 United States Census. Winston is best known as the home of Wildlife Safari. History In 1920, ...

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. The school had a graduation rate of 72% in 2014

Academics

In 2008, 50% of the school's seniors received their

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. Out of 111 students, 88 graduated, 22 dropped out, 1 received a modified diploma, and 12 are still in high school.

Notable alumni

* Josh Bidwell - football punter, 11 years in the NFL (Green Bay, Tampa Bay, and Washington). * Dennis Boyd (American football) - football lineman, played 5 years with the

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- football safety, 2020 Pro Football Hall Of Fame inductee, businessman, actor.

Notable faculty

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References

{{authority control High schools in Douglas County, Oregon Public high schools in Oregon