Rochester, MN
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 95,556 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Rochester is located in southeastern Minnesota, not far from the Iowa and Wisconsin borders.
Cultural Attractions
The Mayo Clinic offers both guided and self-guided tours.
Recreation
The city provides a variety of adult sports leagues, including volleyball.
Historical
Settler Gearge Head named the city Rochester because of its likeness to his hometown, Rochester, N.Y.
Economy
Nicknamed the “Bioscience Zone,” this city’s economy is built around healthcare and technology.
| Math score of schools here versus the state average [details] | Higher |
| Reading score of schools here versus the state average[details] | Higher |
| Number of elementary schools | 26 |
| Number of middle schools | 15 |
| Number of high schools | 11 |
| America's Best Colleges in the location itself / within 30 miles / within 50 miles | 0 / 0 / 0 |
High schools ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Medal | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Century Senior High | Rochester, MN | Silver | 1,793 |
| Mayo Senior High | Rochester, MN | Bronze | 1,776 |
Colleges ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Rank | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carleton College | Northfield, MN | #8, Lib. Arts | 2,005 |
| Crossroads College | Rochester, MN | Unranked | N/A |
| St. Olaf College | Northfield, MN | #47, Lib. Arts | 3,040 |
| Winona State University--Rochester Center | Rochester, MN | Unranked | N/A |
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