Rochelle Township High School, commonly referred to as RTHS, is a secondary school located in Rochelle, Illinois. RTHS is the only school operated by Rochelle Township High School District 212. The district includes portions of Ogle, Lee, and DeKalb counties.
Serving 859 students in grades 9-12, Rochelle Twp High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 859 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rochelle Twp High School serves the entire district in Rochelle, IL, covering an area of approximately 217.8 square miles. Within this zone, families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochelle Twp High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rochelle Twp High School's student population of 859 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
859 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1901
Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Rochelle Twp High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rochelle Twp High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2123 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
41%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (03-04)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochelle Twp High School's ranking?
Rochelle Twp High School is ranked #2123 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rochelle Twp High School often compared to?
Rochelle Twp High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stillman Valley High School, Byron High School 9-12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rochelle Twp High School?
The graduation rate of Rochelle Twp High School is 85%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rochelle Twp High School?
859 students attend Rochelle Twp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Rochelle Twp High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rochelle Twp High School?
Rochelle Twp High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rochelle Twp High School offer ?
Rochelle Twp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rochelle Twp High School part of?
Rochelle Twp High School is part of Rochelle TWP HSD 212 School District.
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