Rocklin High School is a public high school in Rocklin, California a northeastern suburb located near Sacramento, California. It is one of three high schools in Rocklin Unified School District.
Serving 1,936 students in grades 9-12, Rocklin High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,936 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rocklin High serves a central area in Rocklin, CA, covering approximately 8.8 square miles. Most students can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocklin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rocklin High School's student population of 1,936 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,936 students
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rocklin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocklin High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1793 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
59%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Thunder
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocklin High School's ranking?
Rocklin High School is ranked #1793 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rocklin High School often compared to?
Rocklin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitney High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rocklin High School?
The graduation rate of Rocklin High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rocklin High School?
1,936 students attend Rocklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Rocklin High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocklin High School?
Rocklin High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rocklin High School offer ?
Rocklin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rocklin High School part of?
Rocklin High School is part of Rocklin Unified School District.
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