Below Average
#4111 of 4,742 schools in NY
Rockaway Collegiate High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
100-00 BEACH CHANNEL DR, Rockaway Park, NY 11694
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,111 of 4,742
In Rockaway Park
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#52 of 63
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Rockaway Collegiate High School
Rockaway Collegiate High School is a public high school in Rockaway Park, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27. Rockaway Collegiate High School serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Rockaway Collegiate High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,111 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Rockaway Collegiate High School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
96% of students at Rockaway Collegiate High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Rockaway Collegiate High School — Students at Rockaway Collegiate High School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.8/10.
How Rockaway Collegiate High School Compares
See how Rockaway Collegiate High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
100-00 BEACH CHANNEL DR, Rockaway Park, NY 11694
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rockaway Collegiate High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CONGREGATION YMH (rated 7.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Far Rockaway), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCHOLARS' ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESHIVA MERCAZ HATORAH OF BELLE HARBOR (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Belle Harbor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockaway Park, see our Rockaway Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11694 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,792
Median Home Value
$839,000
Median Rent
$1,787/mo
Population
21,430
College Educated
43.3%
Homeownership
50.5%
Avg Commute
45.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
44.1
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| SOUTH SENECA MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Ovid, NY | 4.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rockaway Collegiate High School
What grades does Rockaway Collegiate High School serve?
Rockaway Collegiate High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Rockaway Collegiate High School?
Rockaway Collegiate High School has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rockaway Collegiate High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rockaway Collegiate High School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rockaway Collegiate High School rank in NY?
Rockaway Collegiate High School ranks #4,111 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Rockaway Collegiate High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rockaway Collegiate High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Rockaway Collegiate High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rockaway Collegiate High School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021).
Is Rockaway Collegiate High School a charter school?
No, Rockaway Collegiate High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rockaway Collegiate High School a Title I school?
No, Rockaway Collegiate High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rockaway Collegiate High School?
84.4% of students at Rockaway Collegiate High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 250
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 96.0%
- Phone
- (718) 734-3290
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27- District Enrollment
- 41,663
- Schools in District
- 63
- District Rank
- #52 of 63
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