R-S Central High School
763 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 539 |
| Hispanic | 60 |
| Black | 99 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 62 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White539 (70.6%)
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Black99 (13.0%)
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Two or More62 (8.1%)
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Hispanic60 (7.9%)
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Asian2 (0.3%)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 209 |
| Grade 10 | 186 |
| Grade 11 | 189 |
| Grade 12 | 179 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 348 | 45.6% |
| Male | 415 | 54.4% |
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623 Students
High School 9th - 12th