For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 709 students in Rochester, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Rochester, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Rochester, PA are Rochester Area Elementary School, Rochester High School and Rochester MiddleSchool. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rochester, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Rochester have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Rochester, PA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rochester Area Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
540 Reno Street
Rochester, PA 15074
(724) 775-7500
Rochester, PA 15074
(724) 775-7500
Grades: K-5
| 336 students
Rank: #22.
Rochester High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
540 Reno Street
Rochester, PA 15074
(724) 775-7500
Rochester, PA 15074
(724) 775-7500
Grades: 9-12
| 210 students
Rank: #33.
Rochester MiddleSchool
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
540 Reno Street
Rochester, PA 15074
(724) 775-7500
Rochester, PA 15074
(724) 775-7500
Grades: 6-8
| 163 students
Rochester, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
540 Reno Street
Rochester, PA 15074
(724) 775-7500
Rochester, PA 15074
(724) 775-7500
Grades: 6-8
| 248 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Rochester, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Rochester, PA include Rochester Area Elementary School, Rochester High School and Rochester MiddleSchool.
How many public schools are located in Rochester, PA?
3 public schools are located in Rochester, PA.
What percentage of students in Rochester, PA go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Rochester, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Rochester, PA?
Rochester, PA public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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