Rock Island High School, also known as "Rocky", is a public four-year high school located in Rock Island, Illinois, United States. Rocky is within the Rock Island–Milan School District 41, and the school colors are crimson and gold.
Serving 1,812 students in grades 9-12, Rock Island High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,812 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Island High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rock Island High School's student population of 1,812 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,812 students
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1936
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rock Island High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Island High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#2806 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
17%
29%
Black
33%
16%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rock
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Island High School's ranking?
Rock Island High School is ranked #2806 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Rock Island High School often compared to?
Rock Island High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moline Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rock Island High School?
The graduation rate of Rock Island High School is 77%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rock Island High School?
1,812 students attend Rock Island High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Rock Island High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Island High School?
Rock Island High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rock Island High School offer ?
Rock Island High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rock Island High School part of?
Rock Island High School is part of Rock Island SD 41 School District.
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