R-S Middle School vs Rutherford Early College High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 9.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
R-S Middle School
Rutherfordton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
561 students
Rutherford Early College High School
Spindale · Public high · Grades 9–13
208 students
| Measure | R-S Middle School Rutherfordton, North Carolina | Rutherford Early College High School Spindale, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #242 of 469 | #149 of 528 |
| National rank | #11383 of 15,369 | #6507 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 561 | 208 |
| Enrollment | 561 | 208 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.2% | 98.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 69.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 84.5% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 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 32.6).
- •Rutherford Early College High School does better on math proficiency (74.5% vs 38%).
- •Rutherford Early College High School does better on reading proficiency (84.5% vs 48%).
- •R-S Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.2% vs 98.6%).
- •R-S Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 69.3).
- •R-S Middle School is the larger school with 561 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 Middle School better than Rutherford Early College High School?
On the Success Index (US), Rutherford Early College High School ranks higher (57.3 vs 32.6 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 Middle School and Rutherford Early College High School?
About 9.1 km in a straight line, between Rutherfordton and Spindale in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
R-S Middle School: 561. Rutherford Early College High School: 208. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do R-S Middle School and Rutherford Early College High School rank in North Carolina?
R-S Middle School is 242nd of 469 and Rutherford Early College High School is 149th of 528 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).