Rutherford Early College High School vs Rutherfordton Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 5.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rutherford Early College High School
Spindale · Public high · Grades 9–13
208 students
Rutherfordton Elementary School
Rutherfordton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
397 students
| Measure | Rutherford Early College High School Spindale, North Carolina | Rutherfordton Elementary School Rutherfordton, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #149 of 528 | #672 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #6507 of 16,910 | #36071 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 208 | 397 |
| Enrollment | 208 | 397 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.6% | 95.2% |
| Students per teacher | 69.3 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 84.5% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 74.5% | 42% |
| city | Spindale | Rutherfordton |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rutherford Early College High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.3 vs 33.8).
- •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 47%).
- •Rutherfordton Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.2% vs 98.6%).
- •Rutherfordton Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 69.3).
- •Rutherfordton Elementary School is the larger school with 397 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Rutherford Early College High School better than Rutherfordton Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Rutherford Early College High School ranks higher (57.3 vs 33.8 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 Rutherford Early College High School and Rutherfordton Elementary School?
About 5.4 km in a straight line, between Spindale and Rutherfordton in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rutherford Early College High School: 208. Rutherfordton Elementary School: 397. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rutherford Early College High School and Rutherfordton Elementary School rank in North Carolina?
Rutherford Early College High School is 149th of 528 and Rutherfordton Elementary School is 672nd of 1,457 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).