Serious incidents run in line with the district average, and this school reports across every data category — a strong sign the numbers reflect reality.
| CATEGORY | COUNT | TIER |
|---|---|---|
| Firearm or explosive possession | 0 | Serious |
| Homicide | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Rape / sexual assault | 0 | Serious |
| Referral to law enforcement | 2 | Serious |
| Robbery with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| School-related arrest | 0 | Serious |
| Threat of attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack without weapon | 9 | Moderate |
| Robbery without weapon | 0 | Moderate |
| Threat of attack without weapon | 0 | Moderate |
| Bullying / harassment (general) | 0 | Minor |
Rutherfordton Elementary School ranks #9 of 18 scoreable schools in this district.
| SCHOOL | GRADES | SCORE | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Elementary School | PK–05 | 62 | A |
| Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School | PK–05 | 61 | A |
| Pinnacle Elementary School | PK–05 | 58 | A |
| Rutherford Early College High School | 09–13 | 57 | A |
| Sunshine Elementary School | PK–05 | 57 | A |
| Ellenboro Elementary School | PK–05 | 53 | A |
| Spindale Elementary School | PK–05 | 41 | A |
| Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School | PK–05 | 34 | A |