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Best Schools in Rochester, Washington

5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Public: 5
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.5/10
Estimated Scores: 20%
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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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Rochester Middle School

6.4/10

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

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Grand Mound Elementary

6.3/10

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

Real test data49th percentile Open profile

Rochester High School

4.0/10

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

Real test data8th percentile Open profile

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Rochester for 2026 are Rochester Middle School (6.4/10), Grand Mound Elementary (6.3/10), and Rochester High School (4.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

5

in this city

Avg Score

5.5

out of 10

Median Home

$405,500

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Grand Mound Elementary

STAAR proficiency rose +9.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Rochester schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Rochester

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Rochester Middle School 6.4 / 10
2 Grand Mound Elementary 6.3 / 10
3 Rochester High School 4.0 / 10
4 H.e.a.r.t. High School 4.0 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.5/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$94,284

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$405,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
19%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
30 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
82%

Of occupied housing units

How Rochester compares

Washington rank

#152 of 193

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.9

below Washington avg (6.4)

Median household income

$94k

106% of Washington median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Rochester, Washington

Rochester, Washington is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.5 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 Rochester Primary School with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Rochester is served by 1 school district: Rochester School District. These districts collectively serve 2,144 students.

Rochester's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,284. The poverty rate in the area is 10.1%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (5) Elementary (2) Middle (1) High (2)
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Filter by ZIP: 98579 (5)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Rochester Primary School
505 students · Pre-K–2nd 		6.6
2
Grand Mound Elementary
512 students · 3rd–5th 		6.3

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Rochester Middle School
494 students · 6th–8th 		6.4

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Rochester High School
600 students · 9th–12th 		4.0
2
H.e.a.r.t. High School
33 students · 9th–12th 		4.0

Schools in Rochester

Rochester, Washington · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$94,284

Median Home Value

$405,500

Median Rent

$1,222/mo

Population

13,907

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Community Profile

Rochester has a median household income of $94,284. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $405,500, with a median rent of $1,222/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Washington
Elementary
2
Middle
1
High
2

Resources

🔍 Google "Rochester schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Rochester 📊 Niche Rochester Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School District

Rochester School District

5 schools · 2,144 students

Nearby Cities

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7 mi
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9 mi
Chehalis (10 schools)
12 mi
Tenino (4 schools)
11 mi
Tumwater (13 schools)
14 mi
Curtis (1 school)
18 mi
Napavine (2 schools)
17 mi
Olympia (33 schools)
18 mi
Mccleary (1 school)
19 mi
Pe Ell (1 school)
19 mi
Winlock (4 schools)
22 mi
Lacey (33 schools)
20 mi
Rainier (3 schools)
18 mi
Onalaska (3 schools)
22 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Rochester, Washington

How many schools are in Rochester, Washington?

Rochester has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Rochester, Washington?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rochester is 5.5 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, Washington?

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

What is the best elementary school in Rochester, Washington?

The top-ranked elementary school in Rochester on MySchoolScout is Grand Mound Elementary with a composite score of 6.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Rochester, Washington?

The top-ranked middle school in Rochester on MySchoolScout is Rochester Middle School with a composite score of 6.4/10.

What is the best high school in Rochester, Washington?

The top-ranked high school in Rochester on MySchoolScout is Rochester High School with a composite score of 4.0/10.

How many school districts serve Rochester, Washington?

Rochester is served by 1 school district: Rochester School District.

What is the education level in Rochester, Washington?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Rochester have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Rochester, Washington?

The median household income in Rochester is approximately $94,284 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rochester is 21.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rochester, Washington?

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, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.