Rancho Cotate High School is a four-year comprehensive high school in Rohnert Park, California. It is located at 5450 Snyder Lane, adjacent to the campus of Sonoma State University. Students have opportunities to participate in a wide variety of sports and extra curricular activities.
Serving 1,755 students in grades 9-12, Rancho Cotate High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rancho Cotate High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Rohnert Park, CA, encompassing approximately 14.9 square miles. Families typically drive 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 2.1 miles and the furthest edge located 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rancho Cotate High School's student population of 1,755 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,755 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn Here, Succeed Everywhere.
School Rankings
Rancho Cotate High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho Cotate High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6850 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho Cotate High School's ranking?
Rancho Cotate High School is ranked #6850 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho Cotate High School often compared to?
Rancho Cotate High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Analy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rancho Cotate High School?
The graduation rate of Rancho Cotate High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Rancho Cotate High School?
1,755 students attend Rancho Cotate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Rancho Cotate High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rancho Cotate High School?
Rancho Cotate High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho Cotate High School offer ?
Rancho Cotate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rancho Cotate High School part of?
Rancho Cotate High School is part of Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My son has an excellent time at RCHS. He is in chorus as well as as lacrosse and other sports. He has recieved awards for his GPA and for sports. He's joined many clubs that focus on giving back to the comunity. They often include the parents for award ceremonies, fundraisers, assemblies, etc.
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