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Rocklin Unified

Above Average2024–25 data15 schools · avg 58.8/100

Rocklin Unified has 15 ranked schools across elementary and high levels with an average Scope Score of 58.8/100 — 15.0 points above the California state average of 43.8. The highest-scoring school is Valley View Elementary at 74/100, where 51.2% of students exceed the state standard. The district spends $11,934 per student (below the state average of $14,815). 4 schools show positive growth trajectories. Chronic absenteeism averages 10.9%, below the state average. Data source: CDE CAASPP 2025 and NCES fiscal data, analyzed by SchoolScope.

Avg Scope Score
58.8
State avg: 43.8
SchoolScope composite
Score Range
41.9
32.0 – 73.8
Avg Exceeded %
31.4%
State avg: 21.6%
Chronic Absenteeism
10.9%
State avg: 18.1%
Schools Ranked
15
With Scope Scores
LevelAvg ScoreSchoolsExceededAbsent
ElementarySolid
59.5/100
1234.1%7.8%
HighSolid
56.2/100
320.6%23.5%

K–12 pipeline

The typical school path in Rocklin Unified, top-scoring shown first.

Elementary
59.5
avg score · 12 schools
+9 more elementary schools
High
56.2
avg score · 3 schools
Rocklin High
Strong
71/100
Whitney High
Solid
66/100
Victory High
Developing
32/100

District Analysis

Strongest level: Rocklin Unified's elementary schools lead the district with an average Scope Score of 59.5.

Growth story: District-wide elementary growth averages -1.0pp (state avg: -3.0pp), growth is essentially flat.

Consistency: Score range of 41.9 points — showing significant variation between schools.

Absenteeism: District chronic absenteeism averages 10.9%, 7.2pp above the state average of 18.1%.

Suspensions: District suspension rate averages 1.9%, near the state average of 1.7%.

Top school: Valley View Elementary leads the district at 74 with 51.2% exceeding standard.

How we score · Scope Score methodology

School archetypes in Rocklin Unified

4 Growth Engine2 Strong All-Around2 Culture First1 High Ceiling5 Building Momentum

Hidden gems: 4 schools in Rocklin Unified are classified as Growth Engine (4) — showing positive growth trajectories that raw proficiency scores alone don't capture. These are schools where students leave with more than they arrived with.

Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more

Student demographics

Hispanic
20.3%
White
52.9%
Asian
8.6%
Black
1.6%
Other
16.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
24%
Economic need indicator · district avg

District averages · California Department of Education enrollment data

District Funding

Rocklin Unified spends $11,934 per student in current expenditures — $2,880 below the state average of $14,815.

Per-Pupil Spending
$11,934
State avg: $14,815
District Enrollment
11,405
Students for funding calc
2016–2020 Trend
↑ 40.4%
$8,500 → $11,934
Spending Efficiency
4.93
Scope Score per $1K spent
Spending Breakdown
Instruction 67%Support 31%Other 2%
NCES F-33 Finance · District-level data — not school-specific

Data source: NCES Common Core of Data, Fiscal Survey (F-33) · 2019–2020

Teacher compensation

Salary Range
$49,628–$123,234
District schedule · CA median ~$98K
Teaching Staff
590
Full-time equivalent teachers

CDE Form J-90 salary schedule · 2024–25

Elementary Schools (12)

Rocklin Unified has 12 ranked elementary schools averaging a Scope Score of 59.5 — 15.7 points above the state average of 43.8. 1 of 12 elementary schools score above 70.

Growth is essentially flat at -1.0pp.

The highest-scoring elementary school is Valley View Elementary with a Scope Score of 74 and 51.2% exceeding standard.

#SchoolExceededScore
1Valley View Elementary
Rocklin Unified High Ceiling
51.2%Strong
74/100
2Sierra Elementary
Rocklin Unified Growth Engine
41.5%Solid
68/100
3Sunset Ranch Elementary
Rocklin Unified Building Momentum
42.8%Solid
67/100
4Cobblestone Elementary
Rocklin Unified Growth Engine
36.0%Solid
65/100
5Quarry Trail Elementary
Rocklin Unified Growth Engine
38.3%Solid
64/100
6Rocklin Elementary
Rocklin Unified Strong All-Around
39.3%Solid
62/100
7Breen Elementary
Rocklin Unified Culture First
29.1%Solid
57/100
8Rock Creek Elementary
Rocklin Unified Building Momentum
33.0%Solid
56/100
9Ruhkala Elementary
Rocklin Unified Solid Base
32.4%Solid
55/100
10Parker Whitney Elementary
Rocklin Unified Building Momentum
22.3%Developing
50/100
11Antelope Creek Elementary
Rocklin Unified Growth Engine
21.9%Developing
49/100
12Twin Oaks Elementary
Rocklin Unified Culture First
21.4%Developing
47/100

High Schools (3)

Rocklin Unified has 3 ranked high schools averaging a Scope Score of 56.2 — 8.7 points above the state average of 47.5. 1 of 3 high schools score above 70.

The highest-scoring high school is Rocklin High with a Scope Score of 71 and 34.9% exceeding standard.

#SchoolExceededScore
1Rocklin High
Rocklin Unified Building Momentum
34.9%Strong
71/100
2Whitney High
Rocklin Unified Strong All-Around
27.1%Solid
66/100
3Victory High
Rocklin Unified Building Momentum
0.0%Developing
32/100

Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology

Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.

What Scope Scores can't tell you about Rocklin Unified

  • Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
  • Quality of arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs
  • Teacher experience, turnover, and professional development
  • Campus safety, bullying climate, and social-emotional support
  • Parent and community engagement levels
  • Quality of special education and gifted programs
  • How resources are distributed across schools within the district

Scope Scores measure academic performance and school climate using public data. They are one lens among many. Full methodology

Frequently asked questions

Is Rocklin Unified a good school district?
Rocklin Unified has 15 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 58.8/100, which is 15.0 points above the California state average of 43.8. 31.4% of students exceed the state standard on average. The Scope Score measures academic performance and school climate across six dimensions. Data source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
What is the best school in Rocklin Unified?
The highest-scoring school in Rocklin Unified is Valley View Elementary with a Scope Score of 74/100 and 51.2% exceeding standard. See methodology.
How much does Rocklin Unified spend per student?
Rocklin Unified spends $11,934 per student in current expenditures. The state average is $14,815. Spending data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data Fiscal Survey (F-33). Higher spending does not automatically mean better outcomes — the Scope Score measures what happens in the classroom regardless of budget.
What is the teacher salary range in Rocklin Unified?
Teacher salaries in Rocklin Unified range from $49,628–$123,234 based on the district's salary schedule (CDE Form J-90). The California statewide median teacher salary is approximately $98,000.
What does the Scope Score measure?
The Scope Score is SchoolScope's proprietary composite rating (0–100) based on six dimensions of publicly available California school data: the exceeded-vs-met standard split, overall proficiency, grade-level growth, chronic absenteeism, suspension rate, and ELPAC English Learner proficiency. Full methodology and weights.