Rochester High School is a public high school located in Rochester Hills, Michigan, United States, and is part of the Rochester Community Schools. It was established in 1883, and classes have been held in the current facility since 1955. The school mascot is Freddie the Falcon.
Serving 1,671 students in grades 7-12, Rochester High School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,671 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rochester High School's student population of 1,671 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1883
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Rochester High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rochester High School is 0.48, 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
#321 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
70%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 High School's ranking?
Rochester High School is ranked #321 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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%.
How many students attend Rochester High School?
1,671 students attend Rochester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Rochester High School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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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