Best Rutherford Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 271 students in Rutherford, TN.

The top-ranked public school in Rutherford, TN is Rutherford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Rutherford, TN public school have an score of 47% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Rutherford have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.

Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Rutherford, TN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Rutherford Elementary School

(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
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Top 30%

108 West Knox St
Rutherford, TN 38369
(731) 665-6180

Gr: PK-8 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Rutherford, TN?

The top-ranked public schools in Rutherford, TN include Rutherford Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in Rutherford?

1 public schools are located in Rutherford.

What is the racial composition of students in Rutherford?

Rutherford public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).