Best Rochester Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 645 students in Rochester, WA.
The top-ranked public high school in Rochester, WA is Rochester High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rochester, WA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in Rochester have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public high schools.
Rochester, WA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rochester High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Rochester, WA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rochester High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
19800 Carper Rd Sw
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5534
Gr: 9-12 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
H.e.a.r.t. High School
Alternative School
10140 Highway 12 Sw
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5534
Gr: 9-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Rochester, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Rochester, WA include Rochester High School.
How many public high schools are located in Rochester?
2 public high schools are located in Rochester.
What is the racial composition of students in Rochester?
Rochester public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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