Grade Trends

Schools near ZIP 28139

5 public schools within 6 miles, nearest first.

All schools in Rutherfordton

Subject percentages show the share of students who met or exceeded the state standard.

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Rutherfordton Elementary School
Grades PK–5 · Rutherford County Schools
1.5 mi
80%
+16 vs state
71%
+16 vs state
86%
+19 vs state
17% Average of math, English and science: 59% in 2022-23 → 76% in 2025-26 95% 22% 397 White 70%
Spindale Elementary School
Grades PK–5 · Rutherford County Schools
3.5 mi
60%
−4 vs state
46%
−10 vs state
67%
−1 vs state
3% Average of math, English and science: 50% in 2022-23 → 53% in 2025-26 95% 24% 337 White 50%
R-S Middle School
Grades 6–8 · Rutherford County Schools
3.7 mi
48%
−8 vs state
50%
−5 vs state
67%
−1 vs state
5% Average of math, English and science: 54% in 2022-23 → 49% in 2025-26 98% 18% 561 White 66%
R-S Central High School
Grades 9–12 · Rutherford County Schools
4.0 mi
22%
−20 vs state
63%
−1 vs state
55%
−3 vs state
4% Average of math, English and science: 47% in 2022-23 → 43% in 2025-26 98% 16% 763 White 71%
Rutherford Early College High School
Grades 9–13 · Rutherford County Schools
4.7 mi
47%
+5 vs state
95%
+31 vs state
80%
+22 vs state
21% Average of math, English and science: 92% in 2022-23 → 71% in 2025-26 99% 3% 208 White 72%

Overall change: average of the three subjects, latest year vs. 3 years earlier (↑4% means the average rate went up 4 points, e.g. 82% → 86%; — means within ±2%). Low income = eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Special ed = students with an IEP (special education).