High Schools in Rockford Public Schools

The Rockford Public Schools district in Michigan is home to two high schools: Rockford High School and River Valley Academy. While Rockford Public Schools has a standout performer in Rockford High School, River Valley Academy appears to be struggling to meet state and district benchmarks.

Rockford High School is the clear standout, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and impressive academic performance. The school boasts a 96.9% four-year graduation rate and a low 0.6% dropout rate, significantly outpacing state averages. Rockford High School's students also excel on standardized tests, with 60% proficient or better in M-Step/Science and 76.3% in SAT/Evidence-Based Reading and Writing. In contrast, River Valley Academy lags behind, with only a 1-star rating and a concerning 40% four-year graduation rate and 8% dropout rate.

The data reveals a significant funding disparity, with River Valley Academy spending nearly three times more per student than Rockford High School. However, this higher spending does not translate to better academic outcomes, suggesting that factors beyond funding may be contributing to the performance gap between the two schools. Additionally, River Valley Academy's smaller enrollment of just 51 students, compared to Rockford High School's 1,819, may be a factor in its challenges to provide a comprehensive educational experience.