Serving 659 students in grades 9-12, East Rutherford High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Rutherford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
East Rutherford High School's student population of 659 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Rutherford High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Rutherford High School is 0.49, 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
#406 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
14%
25%
White
69%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
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 East Rutherford High School's ranking?
East Rutherford High School is ranked #406 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Rutherford High School often compared to?
East Rutherford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chase High School, R-s Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Rutherford High School?
The graduation rate of East Rutherford High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend East Rutherford High School?
659 students attend East Rutherford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of East Rutherford High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Rutherford High School?
East Rutherford High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Rutherford High School offer ?
East Rutherford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Rutherford High School part of?
East Rutherford High School is part of Rutherford County Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 5/3/2011
Although there are some benefits to East Rutherford High School such as the ROPE award there are more negatives to this school than anything. For one, almost every staff in this school, with the exception of Shawn Parker and Melisa Greene, pick favorites in students. Leaving the students who aren't picked as a favorite hanging. My time at East Rutherford was filled with hate because the teachers did not seem to care about the students who did not have a personal relationship with the teachers. Also in my time there the students who were deemed a favorite got away with a lot. I was told that last year a young lady who cheated throughout high school was given many scholarships. A lot of the senior class was outraged. Allowing such a dishonest girl get away with cheating for so long and then to give her scholarships that someone else definitely deserved. I have a lot more negatives I could say about this school, but frankly I'm tired of thinking back on how bad of a school East High really is. They need to work on their staff. I will most definitely not be allowing my children to attend this school
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