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1 schools in Rutherford

Tennessee · Public K-12

1 public K-12 school, 282 students, one city. That is the Rutherford entry on the numbers, with a mix of 1 elementary.

7-year change in Rutherford

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
282
+26 (+10%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
83%
was 80%
% Hispanic
2%
was 1%
% Black
12%
was 17%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Rutherford ElementaryElementaryPK-08282

About Rutherford

Rutherford, Tennessee is home to 1 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 282 students. By school count, it is a low-population city.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 282, lower than the state mean of about 537.

Over the past 7-year window. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment expanded 10%: 256 students in SY 2017-18 versus 282 in SY 2024-25. On the demographic side, Black enrollment moved from 17% to 12% over the same window.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Rutherford discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Rutherford?
Rutherford, Tennessee has 1 public K-12 schools serving approximately 282 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Rutherford?
Rutherford has 1 elementary public schools.
What is the largest public school in Rutherford?
Rutherford Elementary is the largest public school in Rutherford by enrollment, with approximately 282 students.
What school districts serve Rutherford?
Rutherford public schools are operated by Gibson Co Sp Dist.
What grade levels do public schools in Rutherford cover?
Public schools in Rutherford serve students from pre-K through grade 8.