Rome High School is a public high school that opened in 1992 and is located in Rome, Georgia, United States. It is a part of Rome City School District.
Serving 2,015 students in grades 9-12, Rome High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia 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% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,015 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rome High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rome High School's student population of 2,015 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,015 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Year Founded
1992
Colors
Red, Gold
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wolves
School Rankings
Rome High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rome High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1190 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
41%
19%
Black
31%
36%
White
21%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rome High School's ranking?
Rome High School is ranked #1190 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Rome High School often compared to?
Rome High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Model High School, Pepperell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rome High School?
The graduation rate of Rome High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Rome High School?
2,015 students attend Rome High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Rome High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rome High School?
Rome High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rome High School offer ?
Rome High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rome High School part of?
Rome High School is part of Rome City School District.
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