Rockdale County High School is located in the heart of Conyers, Georgia, United States, in the old-town district. RCHS is one of three high schools located in Rockdale County, along with Heritage High School and Salem High School.
Serving 2,336 students in grades 9-12, Rockdale County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia 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 Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockdale County High School serves the northeast part of Conyers, GA, covering an area of approximately 58.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rockdale County High School's student population of 2,336 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,336 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Motto
Only Excellence!
School Rankings
Rockdale County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockdale County High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1349 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
72%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockdale County High School's ranking?
Rockdale County High School is ranked #1349 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rockdale County High School often compared to?
Rockdale County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage High School, Salem High 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 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockdale County High School?
The graduation rate of Rockdale County High School is 88%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Rockdale County High School?
2,336 students attend Rockdale County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Rockdale County High School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockdale County High School?
Rockdale County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rockdale County High School offer ?
Rockdale County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockdale County High School part of?
Rockdale County High School is part of Rockdale County School District.
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