Best Thornridge Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,364 students in the neighborhood of Thornridge, Rochester, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Thornridge are Rochester Adams High School and Van Hoosen Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Thornridge, Rochester, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 46% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Thornridge, Rochester, MI (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rochester Adams High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3200 W Tienken Rd
Rochester, MI 48306
(248) 726-5200
Gr: 7-12 | 1,521 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Van Hoosen Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1339 N Adams Rd
Rochester, MI 48306
(248) 726-4900
Gr: 6-12 | 906 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Thornridge, Rochester, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Thornridge, Rochester, MI include Rochester Adams High School and Van Hoosen Middle School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Thornridge, Rochester?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Thornridge, Rochester.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Thornridge, Rochester?
the neighborhood of Thornridge, Rochester public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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