Pinnacle Elementary School
234 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Pinnacle Elementary School, located on Painters Gap Road in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, is a public elementary school serving students within the Rutherford County School district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging educational environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the foundational skills necessary for student success in later grades. By prioritizing a well-rounded curriculum, the school aims to prepare its young learners to meet the challenges of an evolving academic landscape while nurturing their individual interests and talents.
As part of the Rutherford County Schools system, Pinnacle Elementary places a strong value on community involvement and the partnership between educators, families, and students. The school utilizes its digital platform to keep the community informed about academic calendars, school policies, and extracurricular opportunities. Through its dedicated faculty and staff, Pinnacle strives to create a safe and inclusive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential, ensuring that the school remains a pillar of learning within the Rutherfordton community.
As part of the Rutherford County Schools system, Pinnacle Elementary places a strong value on community involvement and the partnership between educators, families, and students. The school utilizes its digital platform to keep the community informed about academic calendars, school policies, and extracurricular opportunities. Through its dedicated faculty and staff, Pinnacle strives to create a safe and inclusive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential, ensuring that the school remains a pillar of learning within the Rutherfordton community.
234
Total Students
18.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
104.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 204 |
| Hispanic | 15 |
| Black | 7 |
| Two or More | 7 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White204 (87.2 %)
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Hispanic15 (6.4 %)
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Black7 (3.0 %)
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Two or More7 (3.0 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Rutherford County Schools |
| Phone: | (828)287-3440 |
| Website: | http://pes.rcsnc.org/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 234 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 18.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 245 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
17
Kindergarten
42
Grade 1
32
Grade 2
39
Grade 3
36
Grade 4
28
Grade 5
40
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 17 |
| Kindergarten | 42 |
| Grade 1 | 32 |
| Grade 2 | 39 |
| Grade 3 | 36 |
| Grade 4 | 28 |
| Grade 5 | 40 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 112 | 47.9% |
| Male | 122 | 52.1% |
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