Rochester School District

Located at 10140 Highway 12 SW in Rochester, Washington, the Rochester School District is a fully operational, traditional public school system providing comprehensive education from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. Set in a charming rural fringe environment within the greater Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater metropolitan area, the district serves a student body of 2,175 learners across five operational school facilities. Designed to offer a continuous and supportive academic pathway, the district blends the community-focused feel of a rural township with the broader resources of its surrounding region, ensuring students are well-prepared as they advance from early childhood programs through high school graduation.

The district takes pride in fostering an inclusive and diverse learning environment, serving a student demographic that includes significant Hispanic, multiracial, and Native American student populations. To support academic achievement and school operations, Rochester School District relies on a robust workforce of more than 430 total full-time equivalent staff members. This includes a dedicated faculty of approximately 231 full-time equivalent teachers, supported by over 25 instructional aides and a 176-member support staff team. Together, these educators and operational personnel deliver individualized attention, strong student services, and a well-rounded educational experience tailored to the needs of the local community.