RUTHERFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Rutherford El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Central Dauphin SD school district, located in Harrisburg, PA with about 403 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, Rutherford El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Rutherford Elementary School, located at 6500 Clearfield St in Harrisburg, PA, is a public school serving students in the Central Dauphin School District. As a neighborhood elementary school, it focuses on providing a foundational academic experience for children in the surrounding community, emphasizing core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is known for fostering a supportive educational environment that aims to prepare students for their transition into middle school.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Rutherford Elementary places a strong emphasis on community involvement and the social-emotional development of its students. The school actively works to create an inclusive atmosphere where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive through classroom instruction, extracurricular opportunities, and partnerships with local families. By maintaining a structured and nurturing setting, the school strives to instill a lifelong love of learning and help each student reach their full potential within the Harrisburg area.

For more information, contact Rutherford El Sch at (717) 561-1990 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.