Summary:
The city of Rutledge, Tennessee is home to 7 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools. While the schools in Rutledge generally underperform the state average on standardized tests, a few standout institutions emerge from the data.
Joppa Elementary is the top-performing school in the district, with the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics. This school also has the highest per-student spending at $11,317. In contrast, Rutledge Elementary has the most diverse student population but struggles academically compared to the state. Rutledge Middle School performs relatively well, particularly in Science and Social Studies, while the high schools in the Grainger County district lag behind.
The data reveals significant disparities in funding and resources across the Rutledge schools, with per-student spending ranging from $8,931 at Grainger High School to $19,194 at the small Grainger Academy. Additionally, the student populations at these schools are overwhelmingly white, with little racial diversity. Addressing these systemic challenges should be a priority for district leaders to ensure all students in Rutledge receive a high-quality education.
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