R-S Central High School vs Rutherford Early College High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 9.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
R-S Central High School
Rutherfordton · Public high · Grades 9–12
763 students
Rutherford Early College High School
Spindale · Public high · Grades 9–13
208 students
| Measure | R-S Central High School Rutherfordton, North Carolina | Rutherford Early College High School Spindale, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #394 of 528 | #149 of 528 |
| National rank | #13630 of 16,910 | #6507 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 763 | 208 |
| Enrollment | 763 | 208 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 98.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 69.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 84.5% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 74.5% |
| city | Rutherfordton | Spindale |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rutherford Early College High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.3 vs 28.7).
- •Rutherford Early College High School does better on math proficiency (74.5% vs 42%).
- •Rutherford Early College High School does better on reading proficiency (84.5% vs 42%).
- •R-S Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.2% vs 98.6%).
- •R-S Central High School does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 69.3).
- •R-S Central High School is the larger school with 763 students compared with 208.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is R-S Central High School better than Rutherford Early College High School?
On the Success Index (US), Rutherford Early College High School ranks higher (57.3 vs 28.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are R-S Central High School and Rutherford Early College High School?
About 9.0 km in a straight line, between Rutherfordton and Spindale in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
R-S Central High School: 763. Rutherford Early College High School: 208. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do R-S Central High School and Rutherford Early College High School rank in North Carolina?
R-S Central High School is 394th of 528 and Rutherford Early College High School is 149th of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).