Old Rochester Regional High School serves the towns of Marion, Mattapoisett, and Rochester. It also includes the neighboring town of Wareham. The school was originally built in 1961 and underwent a major renovation beginning in 2001.
Serving 610 students in grades 9-12, Old Rochester Regional High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Rochester Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Old Rochester Regional High School's student population of 610 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Old Rochester Regional High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Rochester Regional High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#134 out of 1631 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
89%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Rochester Regional High School's ranking?
Old Rochester Regional High School is ranked #134 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Old Rochester Regional High School often compared to?
Old Rochester Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apponequet Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Old Rochester Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Old Rochester Regional High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Old Rochester Regional High School?
610 students attend Old Rochester Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Old Rochester Regional High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Rochester Regional High School?
Old Rochester Regional High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Old Rochester Regional High School offer ?
Old Rochester Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Old Rochester Regional High School part of?
Old Rochester Regional High School is part of Old Rochester School District.
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