4 schools in Rutherfordton
Public schools in Rutherfordton number 4 per the latest NCES data, with about 1,975 students enrolled, an average school size of 494.
7-year change in Rutherfordton
SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25| Name | Level | Grades | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle Elementary School | Elementary | PK-05 | 254 |
| R-S Central High School | High | 09-12 | 763 |
| R-S Middle School | Middle | 06-08 | 561 |
| Rutherfordton Elementary School | Elementary | PK-05 | 397 |
About Rutherfordton
Across Rutherfordton, North Carolina, 4 public schools enrolls about 1,975 students between them.
Looking at the level breakdown, the city comprises 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.
Schools in Rutherfordton average about 494 students each, 13% noticeably below the North Carolina norm.
Over the past 7-year window. Combined enrollment now sits at 1,975 students, contracted 8% from the 2,157 reported in SY 2017-18. The White share of public-school enrollment shrank from 75% to 71%.
Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Rutherfordton discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.