RUTHERFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RUTHERFORD EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MESQUITE ISD school district, located in MESQUITE, TX with about 474 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 is a public school located in Mesquite, Texas, serving students within the Mesquite Independent School District. Situated on Sierra Drive, the school functions as a foundational academic institution for the local community, emphasizing the district’s core mission of preparing students for success through a structured and supportive educational environment.

As part of the Mesquite ISD network, the school follows the district’s broader curricular standards and initiatives, which prioritize literacy, numeracy, and character development for elementary-aged children. The school is integrated into the larger regional framework of Mesquite, providing local families with access to public education resources, extracurricular opportunities, and student support services managed by the district.

For more information, contact RUTHERFORD EL at (972) 290-4060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.