Serving 573 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rutherford Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rutherford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rutherford Elementary School's student population of 573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rutherford Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rutherford Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#338 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Stillwater Area School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ponies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutherford Elementary School's ranking?
Rutherford Elementary School is ranked #338 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Rutherford Elementary School often compared to?
Rutherford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lily Lake Elementary School, Stonebridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Rutherford Elementary School?
573 students attend Rutherford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Rutherford Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rutherford Elementary School?
Rutherford Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rutherford Elementary School offer ?
Rutherford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rutherford Elementary School part of?
Rutherford Elementary School is part of Stillwater Area School District.
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