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 2,025 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,025 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rocklin High School's student population of 2,025 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,025 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rocklin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocklin High School is 0.59, 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
#1684 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
60%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunder
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocklin High School's ranking?
Rocklin High School is ranked #1684 out of 9,602 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?
2,025 students attend Rocklin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% 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, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocklin High School?
Rocklin High School has a student ration of 23:1, 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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