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Best Schools in Rochester, Massachusetts

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.7/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Rochester by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical

7.0/10

High · Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Rochester Memorial

6.4/10

Elementary · Rochester. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Real test data52th percentile Open profile

Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

6.7

out of 10

Median Home

$542,800

home value · ACS

Districts

2

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Rochester

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical 7.0 / 10
2 Rochester Memorial 6.4 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.7/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$119,164

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$542,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
42%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
32 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
88%

Of occupied housing units

How Rochester compares

Median household income

$119k

105% of Massachusetts median

About Schools in Rochester, Massachusetts

Rochester, Massachusetts is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Rochester show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Rochester is Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Rochester is served by 2 school districts: Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical, Rochester. These districts collectively serve 1,043 students.

Rochester's community shows 42% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $119,164. The poverty rate in the area is 5.3%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Filter by ZIP: 02770 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Rochester Memorial
494 students · Pre-K–6th 		6.4

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical
549 students · 9th–12th 		7.0

Schools in Rochester

Rochester, Massachusetts · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$119,164

Median Home Value

$542,800

Median Rent

$1,442/mo

Population

5,716

College Educated

42%

Homeownership

88%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Community Profile

Rochester has a median household income of $119,164. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $542,800, with a median rent of $1,442/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Massachusetts
Elementary
1
High
1

Resources

🔍 Google "Rochester schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Rochester 📊 Niche Rochester Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (2)

Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical

1 school · 549 students

Rochester

1 school · 494 students

Nearby Cities

Acushnet (2 schools)
3 mi
East Freetown (2 schools)
5 mi
Lakeville (5 schools)
6 mi
Marion (2 schools)
7 mi
Mattapoisett (4 schools)
8 mi
Middleborough (4 schools)
8 mi
Fairhaven (5 schools)
9 mi
New Bedford (33 schools)
9 mi
Wareham (4 schools)
8 mi
Middleboro (5 schools)
11 mi
Carver (2 schools)
10 mi
North Dartmouth (6 schools)
11 mi
South Dartmouth (1 school)
12 mi
Dartmouth (3 schools)
12 mi
East Taunton (2 schools)
11 mi

Other Major Cities in Massachusetts

Top metros statewide by school count.

Springfield 84 schools Worcester 59 schools Dorchester 35 schools Lowell 35 schools Lawrence 33 schools

How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Rochester, Massachusetts

How many schools are in Rochester, Massachusetts?

Rochester has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Rochester, Massachusetts?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rochester is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Rochester, Massachusetts?

The top-ranked school in Rochester on MySchoolScout is Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Rochester, Massachusetts?

The top-ranked elementary school in Rochester on MySchoolScout is Rochester Memorial with a composite score of 6.4/10.

What is the best high school in Rochester, Massachusetts?

The top-ranked high school in Rochester on MySchoolScout is Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical with a composite score of 7.0/10.

How many school districts serve Rochester, Massachusetts?

Rochester is served by 2 school districts: Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical, Rochester.

What is the education level in Rochester, Massachusetts?

According to Census data, 42% of adults in Rochester have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Rochester, Massachusetts?

The median household income in Rochester is approximately $119,164 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Rochester, Massachusetts?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rochester is 10.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rochester, Massachusetts?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mass. Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.