Serving 900 students in grades 9-12, Rockingham County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockingham County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rockingham County High School's student population of 900 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
900 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockingham County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockingham County High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#636 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
10%
25%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockingham County High School's ranking?
Rockingham County High School is ranked #636 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rockingham County High School often compared to?
Rockingham County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reidsville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockingham County High School?
The graduation rate of Rockingham County High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Rockingham County High School?
900 students attend Rockingham County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Rockingham County High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockingham County High School?
Rockingham County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rockingham County High School offer ?
Rockingham County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockingham County High School part of?
Rockingham County High School is part of Rockingham County Schools School District.
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