Serving 878 students in grades 9-12, Rockingham County High School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockingham County High serves the eastern part of the Wentworth, NC school district, covering an area of approximately 246.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 16.6 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rockingham County High School's student population of 878 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
878 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Rockingham County High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockingham County High School is 0.41, 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
#494 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70-74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
76%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
86%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #494 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockingham County High School?
The graduation rate of Rockingham County High School is 86%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend Rockingham County High School?
878 students attend Rockingham County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Rockingham County High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockingham County High School?
Rockingham County High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rockingham County High School offer ?
Rockingham County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rockingham County High School part of?
Rockingham County High School is part of Rockingham County Schools.
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