Serving 250 students in grades 9-12, Rockaway Collegiate High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockaway Collegiate High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Rockaway Collegiate High School's student population of 250 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Motto
To College and Beyond
School Rankings
Rockaway Collegiate High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockaway Collegiate High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3529 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
44%
30%
Black
47%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockaway Collegiate High School's ranking?
Rockaway Collegiate High School is ranked #3529 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockaway Collegiate High School?
The graduation rate of Rockaway Collegiate High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rockaway Collegiate High School?
250 students attend Rockaway Collegiate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Rockaway Collegiate High School students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockaway Collegiate High School?
Rockaway Collegiate High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rockaway Collegiate High School offer ?
Rockaway Collegiate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rockaway Collegiate High School part of?
Rockaway Collegiate High School is part of New York City Geographic District #27 School District.
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