For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,988 students in Rutherfordton, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 255 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Rutherfordton, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Rutherfordton, NC are R-s Central High School, Rutherfordton Elementary School and R-s Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rutherfordton, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Rutherfordton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Rutherfordton, NC (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
R-s Central High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
641 Hwy 221 North
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
(828) 287-3304
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
(828) 287-3304
Grades: 9-12
| 769 students
Rank: #22.
Rutherfordton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 Bob Hardin Road
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
(828) 287-3778
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
(828) 287-3778
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #33.
R-s Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
545 Charlotte Rd
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
(828) 286-4461
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
(828) 286-4461
Grades: 6-8
| 603 students
Rank: #44.
Pinnacle Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1204 Painters Gap Road
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
(828) 287-3440
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
(828) 287-3440
Grades: PK-5
| 233 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Rutherfordton, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Rutherfordton, NC include R-s Central High School, Rutherfordton Elementary School and R-s Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Rutherfordton, NC?
4 public schools are located in Rutherfordton, NC.
What percentage of students in Rutherfordton, NC go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Rutherfordton, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Rutherfordton, NC?
Rutherfordton, NC public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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