Rancho Cotate High School is a four-year comprehensive high school in Rohnert Park, California. It is located at 5450 Snyder Lane, adjacent to the campus of Sonoma State University. Students have opportunities to participate in a wide variety of sports and extra curricular activities.
Serving 1,674 students in grades 9-12, Rancho Cotate High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,674 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rancho Cotate High School's student population of 1,674 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rancho Cotate High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho Cotate High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6850 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho Cotate High School's ranking?
Rancho Cotate High School is ranked #6850 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho Cotate High School often compared to?
Rancho Cotate High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Analy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rancho Cotate High School?
The graduation rate of Rancho Cotate High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rancho Cotate High School?
1,674 students attend Rancho Cotate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Rancho Cotate High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rancho Cotate High School?
Rancho Cotate High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho Cotate High School offer ?
Rancho Cotate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rancho Cotate High School part of?
Rancho Cotate High School is part of Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 8/25/2010
My son has an excellent time at RCHS. He is in chorus as well as as lacrosse and other sports. He has recieved awards for his GPA and for sports. He's joined many clubs that focus on giving back to the comunity. They often include the parents for award ceremonies, fundraisers, assemblies, etc.
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