John R. Rogers High School is a four-year public secondary school in Bemiss, Spokane, Washington, part of Spokane Public Schools. Opened in 1932 in northeast Spokane, the school is named after John Rankin Rogers, the third governor of the State of Washington.
Serving 1,511 students in grades 9-12, Rogers High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rogers High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rogers High School's student population of 1,511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1932
Colors
White, Black, Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Rogers High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rogers High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1462 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
56%
48%
Hawaiian
6%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirates
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rogers High School's ranking?
Rogers High School is ranked #1462 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Rogers High School often compared to?
Rogers High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shadle Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rogers High School?
The graduation rate of Rogers High School is 91%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rogers High School?
1,511 students attend Rogers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Rogers High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rogers High School?
Rogers High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Rogers High School offer ?
Rogers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rogers High School part of?
Rogers High School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Rogers High School located?
Rogers High School is located in the Bemiss neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Bemiss.
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