For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,106 students in Rutland, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 139 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Rutland, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Rutland, MA are Central Tree Middle School and Glenwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rutland, MA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Rutland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Rutland, MA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Tree Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
281 Main Street
Rutland, MA 01543
(508) 886-0073
Rutland, MA 01543
(508) 886-0073
Gr: 6-8 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Glenwood Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
65 Glenwood Road
Rutland, MA 01543
(508) 886-0399
Rutland, MA 01543
(508) 886-0399
Gr: 3-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
285 Main Street
Rutland, MA 01543
(508) 886-2901
Rutland, MA 01543
(508) 886-2901
Gr: K-2 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Rutland, MA?
The top ranked public schools in Rutland, MA include Central Tree Middle School and Glenwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rutland?
3 public schools are located in Rutland.
What percentage of students in Rutland go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Rutland are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Rutland?
Rutland public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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