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Rochester Middle School

Rochester School District · Thurston County · 9937 Highway 12 SW, Rochester, WA 98579.0

(360)273-5958

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6/10
#182
Rank 182 out of 408
Top 44%
English Language Arts6/10 · #193 · 53rd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #194 · 53rd percentile
Science7/10 · #144 · 63rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

Rochester sits in the rural southern edge of Thurston County, where the pace is slower and the community ties run deep — a small-town feel that carries right into the school itself. Rochester Middle School lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, with science being a quiet strength, and it tends to appeal to families who value knowing their kids' teachers by name and being part of a tight-knit school community. If you're drawn to wide-open spaces, a quieter lifestyle outside the bustle of Olympia, and a school where your child won't get lost in the crowd, Rochester is worth a serious look.

Student Demographics

514 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
307 (60%)
Hispanic
145 (28%)
Multiple Races
44 (9%)
Other
18 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners46 (9%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged314 (61%)
Students with Disabilities68 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

535
Enrollment
32
Teachers (FTE)
16.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
21.4
Avg Class Size

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs1/10 · #375 · 9th percentile

4 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Washington.