Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rochester Memorial ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Rochester Memorial serves the entire district of Rochester, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 36 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles from the school to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 6.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochester Memorial ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rochester Memorial's student population of 473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Rochester Memorial ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rochester Memorial is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#808 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
93%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochester Memorial's ranking?
Rochester Memorial is ranked #808 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Rochester Memorial?
473 students attend Rochester Memorial.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Rochester Memorial students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rochester Memorial?
Rochester Memorial has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rochester Memorial offer ?
Rochester Memorial offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rochester Memorial part of?
Rochester Memorial is part of Rochester School District.
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