Serving 2,433 students in grades 9-12, Rockvale High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockvale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rockvale High School's student population of 2,433 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockvale High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockvale High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#562 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
13%
13%
Black
19%
21%
White
57%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockvale High School's ranking?
Rockvale High School is ranked #562 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rockvale High School often compared to?
Rockvale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackman High School, Riverdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockvale High School?
The graduation rate of Rockvale High School is 94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rockvale High School?
2,433 students attend Rockvale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Rockvale High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockvale High School?
Rockvale High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rockvale High School offer ?
Rockvale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rockvale High School part of?
Rockvale High School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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