Rochester Adams High School is a public high school located in Rochester Hills, Michigan, and is part of the Rochester Community Schools district.
Serving 1,539 students in grades 7-12, Rochester Adams High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochester Adams High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rochester Adams High School's student population of 1,539 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Brown, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Rochester Adams High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rochester Adams High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochester Adams High School's ranking?
Rochester Adams High School is ranked #47 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Rochester Adams High School often compared to?
Rochester Adams High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rochester High School, Stoney Creek High School, Troy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rochester Adams High School?
The graduation rate of Rochester Adams High School is 98%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Rochester Adams High School?
1,539 students attend Rochester Adams High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Rochester Adams High School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rochester Adams High School?
Rochester Adams High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rochester Adams High School offer ?
Rochester Adams High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rochester Adams High School part of?
Rochester Adams High School is part of Rochester Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Rochester Adams High School located?
Rochester Adams High School is located in the Thornridge neighborhood of Rochester, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Thornridge.
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