Rockford High School in Rockford, Michigan services grades 10-12 for the Rockford Public Schools. The freshman center is next door at 4500 Kroes Street. The current high school was built in 1992.
Serving 1,750 students in grades 9-12, Rockford High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rockford High School's student population of 1,750 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,750 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are Rockford
School Rankings
Rockford High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockford High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#313 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
87%
63%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockford High School's ranking?
Rockford High School is ranked #313 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockford High School?
The graduation rate of Rockford High School is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Rockford High School?
1,750 students attend Rockford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Rockford High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockford High School?
Rockford High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Rockford High School offer ?
Rockford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rockford High School part of?
Rockford High School is part of Rockford School District.
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