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Best Rutherford Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 282 students in Rutherford, TN.
The top-ranked public school in Rutherford, TN is Rutherford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rutherford, TN public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Rutherford have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Rutherford, TN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rutherford Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
108 West Knox St
Rutherford, TN 38369
(731) 665-6180
Gr: PK-8 | 282 students Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Rutherford, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Rutherford, TN include Rutherford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rutherford?
1 public schools are located in Rutherford.
What is the racial composition of students in Rutherford?
Rutherford public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).

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