Serving 825 students in grades 9-12, Rocky River High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rocky River High School's student population of 825 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
825 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rocky River High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky River High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#116 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
88%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky River High School's ranking?
Rocky River High School is ranked #116 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Rocky River High School often compared to?
Rocky River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rocky River High School?
The graduation rate of Rocky River High School is 97%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Rocky River High School?
825 students attend Rocky River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Rocky River High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocky River High School?
Rocky River High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rocky River High School offer ?
Rocky River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rocky River High School part of?
Rocky River High School is part of Rocky River City School District.
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