Serving 821 students in grades 9-12, East Rockingham High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Rockingham High serves the southeast part of Elkton, VA, covering an area of approximately 138.6 square miles, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, and the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Rockingham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Rockingham High School's student population of 821 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
821 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
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Year Founded
2010
School Rankings
East Rockingham High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Rockingham High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#676 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
20%
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Black
3%
21%
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White
75%
44%
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Two or more races
7%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Rockingham High School's ranking?
East Rockingham High School is ranked #676 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are East Rockingham High School often compared to?
East Rockingham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spotswood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Rockingham High School?
The graduation rate of East Rockingham High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend East Rockingham High School?
821 students attend East Rockingham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of East Rockingham High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Rockingham High School?
East Rockingham High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Rockingham High School offer ?
East Rockingham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is East Rockingham High School part of?
East Rockingham High School is part of Rockingham County School District.
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