Serving 1,521 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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Rochester Adams High School serves the western part of Rochester, MI, covering an area of approximately 14 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 4.4 miles.
- 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 1,521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,521 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Average Class Size
24 students
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 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Brown, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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 81.8%.
How many students attend Rochester Adams High School?
1,521 students attend Rochester Adams High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Rochester Adams High School students are White, 18% 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 16:1.
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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