Serving 899 students in grades 9-12, Rockingham County High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockingham County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rockingham County High School's student population of 899 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Rockingham County High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockingham County High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#494 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
11%
25%
White
75%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockingham County High School's ranking?
Rockingham County High School is ranked #494 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rockingham County High School often compared to?
Rockingham County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reidsville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockingham County High School?
The graduation rate of Rockingham County High School is 87%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Rockingham County High School?
899 students attend Rockingham County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Rockingham County High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockingham County High School?
Rockingham County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rockingham County High School offer ?
Rockingham County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rockingham County High School part of?
Rockingham County High School is part of Rockingham County Schools School District.
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