Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rutherford Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rutherford Elementary serves the northern part of Rutherford, TN, covering an area of approximately 62 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rutherford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rutherford Elementary School's student population of 282 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Rutherford Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rutherford Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#382 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutherford Elementary School's ranking?
Rutherford Elementary School is ranked #382 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Rutherford Elementary School?
282 students attend Rutherford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Rutherford Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Rutherford Elementary School offer ?
Rutherford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rutherford Elementary School part of?
Rutherford Elementary School is part of Gibson Co Special School District.
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