Serving 210 students in grades 9-12, Rochester High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Rochester High School's student population of 210 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rochester High School is 0.52, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
25%
14%
White
64%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rochester High School?
The graduation rate of Rochester High School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rochester High School?
210 students attend Rochester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Rochester High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rochester High School?
Rochester High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rochester High School offer ?
Rochester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rochester High School part of?
Rochester High School is part of Rochester Area SD School District.
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