Rochester High School of Rochester, Illinois is a public high school located five miles east of Springfield. As the only high school serving District 3A, Rochester High School accommodates students from Rochester, Buckhart, portions of eastern Springfield, and other surrounding areas.
Serving 709 students in grades 9-12, Rochester High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rochester High School's student population of 709 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
709 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Rochester High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rochester High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#983 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochester High School's ranking?
Rochester High School is ranked #983 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rochester High School often compared to?
Rochester High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rochester High School?
The graduation rate of Rochester High School is 95%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rochester High School?
709 students attend Rochester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Rochester High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rochester High School?
Rochester High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rochester High School offer ?
Rochester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rochester High School part of?
Rochester High School is part of Rochester CUSD 3a School District.
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