Serving 798 students in grades 9-12, East Rockingham High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Rockingham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
East Rockingham High School's student population of 798 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
798 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Rankings
East Rockingham High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Rockingham High School is 0.39, 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
#298 out of 1792 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)81%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
2%
22%
White
77%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Rockingham High School's ranking?
East Rockingham High School is ranked #298 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are East Rockingham High School often compared to?
East Rockingham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spotswood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Rockingham High School?
The graduation rate of East Rockingham High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend East Rockingham High School?
798 students attend East Rockingham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of East Rockingham High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Rockingham High School?
East Rockingham High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Rockingham High School offer ?
East Rockingham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is East Rockingham High School part of?
East Rockingham High School is part of Rockingham County School District.
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