Isothermal Community College is a public community college in Spindale, North Carolina. Named after its location in the thermal belt, an area in the foothills of Western North Carolina with significantly ...
Serving 202 students in grades 9-13, Rutherford Early College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rutherford Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Rutherford Early College High School's student population of 202 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rutherford Early College High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rutherford Early College High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#76 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)80-89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
5%
25%
White
72%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutherford Early College High School's ranking?
Rutherford Early College High School is ranked #76 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rutherford Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Rutherford Early College High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Rutherford Early College High School?
202 students attend Rutherford Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Rutherford Early College High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rutherford Early College High School?
Rutherford Early College High School has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rutherford Early College High School offer ?
Rutherford Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rutherford Early College High School part of?
Rutherford Early College High School is part of Rutherford County Schools School District.
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