Serving 287 students in grades 9-12, Rockaway Collegiate High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York 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 lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockaway Collegiate High School serves an extensive attendance zone covering approximately 468.2 square miles in Rockaway Park, NY. Families within this area can expect a typical driving time of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 23.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockaway Collegiate High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rockaway Collegiate High School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Motto
To College and Beyond
School Rankings
Rockaway Collegiate High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockaway Collegiate High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3529 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
52%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)83.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockaway Collegiate High School's ranking?
Rockaway Collegiate High School is ranked #3529 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockaway Collegiate High School?
The graduation rate of Rockaway Collegiate High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Rockaway Collegiate High School?
287 students attend Rockaway Collegiate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Rockaway Collegiate High School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockaway Collegiate High School?
Rockaway Collegiate High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rockaway Collegiate High School offer ?
Rockaway Collegiate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rockaway Collegiate High School part of?
Rockaway Collegiate High School is part of New York City Geographic District #27.
School Reviews
Review Rockaway Collegiate High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
