Serving 466 students in grades 3-5, Kenneth L Rutherford School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenneth L Rutherford School serves the west part of Monticello, NY, covering an area of approximately 111.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.5 miles and the furthest edge reaching 10.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenneth L Rutherford School's student population of 466 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kenneth L Rutherford School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenneth L Rutherford School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4288 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
46%
31%
Black
13%
15%
White
30%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenneth L Rutherford School's ranking?
Kenneth L Rutherford School is ranked #4288 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Kenneth L Rutherford School often compared to?
Kenneth L Rutherford Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George L Cooke School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Kenneth L Rutherford School?
466 students attend Kenneth L Rutherford School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Kenneth L Rutherford School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenneth L Rutherford School?
Kenneth L Rutherford School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kenneth L Rutherford School offer ?
Kenneth L Rutherford School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kenneth L Rutherford School part of?
Kenneth L Rutherford School is part of Monticello Central School District.
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