Serving 738 students in grades 9-12, Rutherford High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rutherford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rutherford High School's student population of 738 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rutherford High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rutherford High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#634 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
24%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
56%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutherford High School's ranking?
Rutherford High School is ranked #634 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rutherford High School?
The graduation rate of Rutherford High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Rutherford High School?
738 students attend Rutherford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Rutherford High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rutherford High School?
Rutherford High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rutherford High School offer ?
Rutherford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rutherford High School part of?
Rutherford High School is part of Rutherford School District.
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