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#637 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 36% in state

Rockland Senior High

High School · Rockland

52 MacKinlay Way, Rockland, MA 02370

Enrollment

577

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

7.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#637 of 1,793

In Rockland

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Rockland

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Rockland Senior High

7.0/10

High School in Rockland · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Rockland Senior High

Rockland Senior High is a public high school in Rockland, MA, part of Rockland. Rockland Senior High serves approximately 577 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Rockland Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #637 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Rockland Senior High show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-9.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
College Readiness7.1Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation20.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,313
Chronic Absenteeism28.8%

Rockland Senior High — Students at Rockland Senior High score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 70.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
46.5%
ELA
47.5%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
61.5%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
53%
2023
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2024
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2025
Math
36%
ELA
43%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Rockland Senior High Compares

See how Rockland Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
65th percentile in MA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
5.6/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
21
11 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
20.8% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
11 boys'·10 girls'·32 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

52 MacKinlay Way, Rockland, MA 02370

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rockland Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hanover High (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hanover), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abington High (rated 5.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Abington), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rockland, see our Rockland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
John W Rogers Middle Rockland 0.0 mi 6.1
Phelps Elementary School Rockland 0.2 mi 8.0
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Abington 1.3 mi 4.2
R Stewart Esten Rockland 1.6 mi 7.3
Beaver Brook Elementary Abington 1.5 mi 7.5
Abington Early Education Program Abington 2.0 mi 3.3
Abington High Abington 2.0 mi 5.1
Abington Middle School Abington 2.0 mi 5.1
Hanover Middle Hanover 2.1 mi 7.7
John H Duval Whitman 2.9 mi 5.6
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School South Weymouth 2.7 mi 6.6
South Shore Charter Public School Norwell 2.7 mi 5.8
Hanover High Hanover 2.4 mi 8.4
THE ACCORD SCHOOL Norwell 3.1 mi
Cedar Elementary Hanover 2.6 mi 3.9
Ralph Talbot South Weymouth 3.4 mi 6.0
THE RIDGE HILL SCHOOL Norwell 3.2 mi
Grace Farrar Cole Norwell 3.3 mi 7.3
FUSION HINGHAM Hingham 3.7 mi
OLD COLONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hingham 3.6 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02370 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,475

Median Home Value

$452,300

Median Rent

$1,497/mo

Population

17,709

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

78.1%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

39.8

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Leicester High Leicester, MA 7.0
Monomoy Regional High School Harwich, MA 7.0
Nauset Regional High North Eastham, MA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rockland Senior High

What grades does Rockland Senior High serve?

Rockland Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Rockland Senior High?

Rockland Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 577 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rockland Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Rockland Senior High is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rockland Senior High rank in MA?

Rockland Senior High ranks #637 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Rockland Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Rockland Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Rockland Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rockland Senior High has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rockland Senior High a charter school?

No, Rockland Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rockland Senior High a Title I school?

No, Rockland Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.8%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Rockland
District Enrollment
2,140
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,313
District Rank
#3 of 4

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