Kenneth L Rutherford School

Kenneth L Rutherford School is an elementary school serving students in grades three through five, located in the heart of Monticello, New York. With a total enrollment of 468 students and a student-teacher ratio of 10.2:1, it offers personalized attention and support for each child’s learning journey. The school has 46 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to fostering an engaging educational environment.

While the academic performance scores indicate room for improvement—MySchoolScout rating is 3.9 out of 10 and state ranking at #3699 out of 4758 schools in New York—Kenneth L Rutherford School focuses on developing each student's full potential. Test results show that 19% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, and 13% are proficient or above in Math. These statistics highlight areas where the school is working hard to enhance academic outcomes.

Nestled in a charming town setting, Kenneth L Rutherford School benefits from the supportive community atmosphere of Monticello, contributing to a nurturing learning environment for its students.

While current test scores at Kenneth L Rutherford School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.