Serving 231 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School's student population of 231 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
All students are leaders.
School Rankings
Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1246 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
3%
24%
White
79%
42%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School is ranked #1246 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School often compared to?
Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest City-dunbar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School?
231 students attend Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School?
Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School part of?
Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School is part of Rutherford County Schools.
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