Best Schools in Rutherford, Tennessee
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Rutherford Elementary
Elementary · Gibson Co Sp Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$104,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$104,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Rutherford
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rutherford Elementary | 6.7 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $50,690
- Median home value
- $104,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rutherford compares
Median household income
$51k
78% of Tennessee median
About Schools in Rutherford, Tennessee
Rutherford, Tennessee is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Rutherford 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 Rutherford is Rutherford Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rutherford is served by 1 school district: Gibson Co Sp Dist. These districts collectively serve 3,921 students.
Rutherford's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $50,690. The poverty rate in the area is 8.8%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 271 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.7 |
Schools in Rutherford
Rutherford, Tennessee · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$50,690
Median Home Value
$104,400
Median Rent
$718/mo
Population
1,636
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Community Profile
Rutherford has a median household income of $50,690. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $104,400, with a median rent of $718/month. The local poverty rate of 8.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
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Common questions about schools in Rutherford, Tennessee
How many schools are in Rutherford, Tennessee?
Rutherford has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rutherford, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rutherford is 6.7 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 Rutherford, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Rutherford on MySchoolScout is Rutherford Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rutherford, Tennessee?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rutherford on MySchoolScout is Rutherford Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Rutherford, Tennessee?
Rutherford is served by 1 school district: Gibson Co Sp Dist.
What is the education level in Rutherford, Tennessee?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Rutherford have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rutherford, Tennessee?
The median household income in Rutherford is approximately $50,690 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rutherford, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rutherford is 14.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rutherford, Tennessee?
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, Tennessee Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.