School Overview
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.
763
Total Students
35.9
Full-Time Teachers
21.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for R-S Central High School
Demographic Student Count
White539
Hispanic60
Black99
Asian2
Two or More62
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    539 (70.6%)
  • Black
    99 (13.0%)
  • Two or More
    62 (8.1%)
  • Hispanic
    60 (7.9%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High 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)287-3304
Website: http://rschs.rcsnc.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 763
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 749
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 209
Grade 10 186
Grade 11 189
Grade 12 179

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for R-S Central High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9209
Grade 10186
Grade 11189
Grade 12179
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for R-S Central High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female34845.6%
Male41554.4%