Pioneer High School vs Rochester High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 68 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pioneer High School
Ann Arbor · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,671 students
Rochester High School
Rochester Hills · Public high · Grades 7–12
1,682 students
| Measure | Pioneer High School Ann Arbor, Michigan | Rochester High School Rochester Hills, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #28 of 591 | #74 of 591 |
| National rank | #1620 of 16,910 | #3240 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 1,671 | 1,682 |
| Enrollment | 1,671 | 1,682 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.8% | 15.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 23.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 60% |
| city | Ann Arbor | Rochester Hills |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pioneer High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.7 vs 70.3).
- •Pioneer High School does better on math proficiency (70% vs 60%).
- •Pioneer High School does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 72%).
- •Rochester High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.8% vs 20.8%).
- •Pioneer High School does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 23.4).
- •Rochester High School is the larger school with 1,682 students compared with 1,671.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Pioneer High School better than Rochester High School?
On the Success Index (US), Pioneer High School ranks higher (77.7 vs 70.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Pioneer High School and Rochester High School?
About 68 km in a straight line, between Ann Arbor and Rochester Hills in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pioneer High School: 1,671. Rochester High School: 1,682. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pioneer High School and Rochester High School rank in Michigan?
Pioneer High School is 28th of 591 and Rochester High School is 74th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).