For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,104 students in Rutland, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 93 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Rutland, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Rutland, MA are Central Tree Middle School and Glenwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rutland, MA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Rutland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Rutland, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Tree Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
99 Rutland Heights Way
Rutland, MA 01543
(508) 886-0073
Rutland, MA 01543
(508) 886-0073
Gr: 6-8 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Glenwood Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
65 Glenwood Road
Rutland, MA 01543
(508) 886-0399
Rutland, MA 01543
(508) 886-0399
Gr: 3-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
285 Main Street
Rutland, MA 01543
(508) 886-2901
Rutland, MA 01543
(508) 886-2901
Gr: K-2 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Rutland, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in Rutland, MA include Central Tree Middle School and Glenwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rutland?
3 public schools are located in Rutland.
What percentage of students in Rutland go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Rutland are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Rutland?
Rutland public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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