For the second time, Rochester High School has been recognized among the nation’s best in the newly released U.S. News & World Report 2025–26 Best High Schools.
RHS ranks #2 in the Springfield metro area, #152 in Illinois, and #4,141 nationally—a reflection of our students’ hard work, our staff’s dedication, and our families’ support.
U.S. News evaluates schools based on state test performance, graduation rates, and college readiness. We’re proud to see Rochester’s Tradition of Excellence reflected in these results and grateful to the teachers, support staff, and families who make this possible every day.
For full details, see Rochester High School’s profile on U.S. News.