Serving 1,682 students in grades 7-12, Rochester High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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: 1,682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rochester High School serves the southern part of Rochester, MI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 17.9 square miles. Families in this area typically have a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge reaching up to 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rochester High School's student population of 1,682 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,682 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1883
School Calendar
Campus Size
71 acres
School Rankings
Rochester High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rochester High School is 0.49, 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
#249 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
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
96%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochester High School's ranking?
Rochester High School is ranked #249 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Rochester High School often compared to?
Rochester High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rochester Adams High School, Stoney Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rochester High School?
The graduation rate of Rochester High School is 96%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Rochester High School?
1,682 students attend Rochester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Rochester High School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rochester High School?
Rochester High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Rochester High School offer ?
Rochester High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rochester High School part of?
Rochester High School is part of Rochester Community School District.
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