Serving 692 students in grades 9-12, Rochester High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rochester High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district around Rochester, IL, covering approximately 65.6 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the school's edge and the furthest boundary being 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rochester High School's student population of 692 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
692 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rochester High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rochester High School is 0.19, 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
#1116 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochester High School's ranking?
Rochester High School is ranked #1116 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rochester High School often compared to?
Rochester High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rochester High School?
The graduation rate of Rochester High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Rochester High School?
692 students attend Rochester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Rochester High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rochester High School?
Rochester High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rochester High School offer ?
Rochester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rochester High School part of?
Rochester High School is part of Rochester CUSD 3a School District.
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