Serving 774 students in grades 6-8, Rochester Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rochester Middle School's student population of 774 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Rochester Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rochester Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#427 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
87%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochester Middle School's ranking?
Rochester Middle School is ranked #427 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Rochester Middle School often compared to?
Rochester Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oyster River Middle School, Barrington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Rochester Middle School?
774 students attend Rochester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Rochester Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rochester Middle School?
Rochester Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rochester Middle School offer ?
Rochester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rochester Middle School part of?
Rochester Middle School is part of Rochester School District.
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