Best Public Schools in Rochester, WA


Summary:

The Rochester, Washington school district consists of 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The district serves a diverse student population, with a significant percentage of Hispanic/Latino and Native American students, as well as a high rate of economic disadvantage, with over 50% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.

Among the standout schools in the district, Rochester High School is the largest, with 600 students and a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 91.6%, though its dropout rate of 4.9% is higher than the state average. The school's test scores are mixed, with 10th grade ELA proficiency above the district and state, but math proficiency well below. In contrast, the smaller H.E.A.R.T. High School has a concerning 4-year graduation rate of just 60% and a high dropout rate of 20%, with 10th grade ELA proficiency below the district and state averages.

Across the Rochester School District, test scores generally lag behind state averages, particularly in math, and there are notable variations in performance between the different schools and grade levels. The district also faces challenges related to socioeconomic factors, with high rates of free/reduced lunch eligibility, and the need to provide targeted support and interventions to address the disparities in academic achievement observed across the schools.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Washington State Department of Health and the Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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