Governor John R. Rogers High School is a high school in the Puyallup School District of Washington, United States. Commonly referred to as "Rogers" or "RHS," the high school is named after former Washington State governor John Rankin Rogers. It was first opened in 1968.
Serving 1,788 students in grades 9-12, Gov John Rogers High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,788 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rogers High School serves the southern part of Puyallup, WA, covering an area of approximately 12.5 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distances from the zone edge being about 4.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gov John Rogers High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gov John Rogers High School's student population of 1,788 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,788 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Gov John Rogers High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gov John Rogers High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#796 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
8%
5%
White
43%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ram
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gov John Rogers High School's ranking?
Gov John Rogers High School is ranked #796 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Gov John Rogers High School often compared to?
Gov John Rogers High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Puyallup High School, Emerald Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gov John Rogers High School?
The graduation rate of Gov John Rogers High School is 92%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Gov John Rogers High School?
1,788 students attend Gov John Rogers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Gov John Rogers High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gov John Rogers High School?
Gov John Rogers High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gov John Rogers High School offer ?
Gov John Rogers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gov John Rogers High School part of?
Gov John Rogers High School is part of Puyallup School District.
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