R-S CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

R-S Central High School is a public high school that is part of the Rutherford County Schools school district, located in Rutherfordton, NC with about 840 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 56 teachers, R-S Central High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

R-S Central High School, located in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, serves as a central educational hub for students within the Rutherford County School district. Committed to fostering both academic achievement and personal growth, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. Beyond standard coursework, the institution provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and student organizations, which aim to develop well-rounded individuals and build a strong sense of school spirit within the local community.

The school places a significant emphasis on creating a supportive learning environment that encourages innovation and student engagement. By leveraging resources that bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application, R-S Central strives to equip its student body with the critical thinking and technical skills necessary for a rapidly evolving workforce. Through its dedicated faculty and commitment to student development, R-S Central High School remains an integral part of the Rutherfordton area, focusing on empowering students to reach their full potential as they prepare for life beyond high school.

For more information, contact R-S Central High School at (828) 287-3304 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

641 Hwy 221 North
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
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R-S CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Rutherfordton, NC with about 840 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
840
Teachers:
56.97
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 840 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending R-S CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.

White
73.6%
Black or African American
15.1%
Hispanic/Latino
5.1%
Two or more races
5.1%
Asian
1.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
47.1%
Male
52.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.