Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pinnacle Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pinnacle Elementary School serves the west part of Rutherfordton, NC, covering an area of approximately 157.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 15.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinnacle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Pinnacle Elementary School's student population of 254 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Excellence Takes Root and Dreams Soar
School Rankings
Pinnacle Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinnacle Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#512 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinnacle Elementary School's ranking?
Pinnacle Elementary School is ranked #512 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pinnacle Elementary School often compared to?
Pinnacle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rutherfordton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pinnacle Elementary School?
254 students attend Pinnacle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Pinnacle Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinnacle Elementary School?
Pinnacle Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pinnacle Elementary School offer ?
Pinnacle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinnacle Elementary School part of?
Pinnacle Elementary School is part of Rutherford County Schools.
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