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 643 students in grades 9-12, Old Rochester Regional High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). 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 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Old Rochester Regional High School's student population of 643 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
643 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
Inspire, Educate, Empower
School Rankings
Old Rochester Regional High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Rochester Regional High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#262 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
2%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
88%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Rochester Regional High School's ranking?
Old Rochester Regional High School is ranked #262 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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?
643 students attend Old Rochester Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Old Rochester Regional High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Rochester Regional High School?
Old Rochester Regional High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher 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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