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Best Schools in Rutland, Massachusetts

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.4/10
Estimated Scores: 25%
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Choosing a school in Rutland?

Use this page to compare every school in Rutland by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Devereux School

7.5/10

High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Central Tree Middle

5.4/10

Middle · Wachusett. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Glenwood Elementary School

4.5/10

Elementary · Wachusett. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Rutland for 2026 are Devereux School (7.5/10), Central Tree Middle (5.4/10), and Glenwood Elementary School (4.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

4

3 public · 1 private

Avg Score

5.4

out of 10

Median Home

$439,200

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Rutland

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Devereux School 7.5 / 10
2 Central Tree Middle 5.4 / 10
3 Glenwood Elementary School 4.5 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.4/10

25% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$155,504

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$439,200

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
42%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
36 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
89%

Of occupied housing units

How Rutland compares

Massachusetts rank

#186 of 238

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.9

below Massachusetts avg (6.3)

Median household income

$156k

137% of Massachusetts median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Rutland, Massachusetts

Rutland, Massachusetts is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Rutland show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Rutland is Devereux School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Rutland is served by 1 school district: Wachusett. These districts collectively serve 6,676 students.

Rutland's community shows 42% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $155,504. The poverty rate in the area is 2.1%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 01543 (4)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 348 students · 3rd–5th 4.5
2 378 students · Kindergarten–2nd 4.3

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 380 students · 6th–8th 5.4

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 73 students · 5th–12th 7.5

Schools in Rutland

Rutland, Massachusetts · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$155,504

Median Home Value

$439,200

Median Rent

$998/mo

Population

9,202

College Educated

42%

Homeownership

89%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Community Profile

Rutland has a median household income of $155,504. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $439,200, with a median rent of $998/month. The local poverty rate of 2.1% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Rutland, Massachusetts

How many schools are in Rutland, Massachusetts?

Rutland has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Rutland, Massachusetts?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rutland is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Rutland, Massachusetts?

The top-ranked school in Rutland on MySchoolScout is Devereux School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Rutland, Massachusetts?

The top-ranked elementary school in Rutland on MySchoolScout is Glenwood Elementary School with a composite score of 4.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Rutland, Massachusetts?

The top-ranked middle school in Rutland on MySchoolScout is Central Tree Middle with a composite score of 5.4/10.

What is the best high school in Rutland, Massachusetts?

The top-ranked high school in Rutland on MySchoolScout is Devereux School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

How many school districts serve Rutland, Massachusetts?

Rutland is served by 1 school district: Wachusett.

What is the education level in Rutland, Massachusetts?

According to Census data, 42% of adults in Rutland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Rutland, Massachusetts?

The median household income in Rutland is approximately $155,504 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Rutland, Massachusetts?

Yes, Rutland has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Devereux School with a score of 7.5/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Rutland, Massachusetts?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rutland is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rutland, Massachusetts?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mass. Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.