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Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School

2785 Hudlow Road, Forest City, NC 28043, United States

+1 (828) 287-4792

http://mvres.rcsnc.org/

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Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School Overview

About This School

Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School is a public elementary in Forest City, North Carolina, serving 231 students in grades PK-5. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 13 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $31,481. Support services include one counselor for every 462 students. Students are composed of 51% male and 49% female. The demographic makeup of the school includes 79% White, 11% Two or More Races, 6% Hispanic, and 3% Black students.

231

Total Students

PK-5

17:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

13 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Rutherford County

Students per Counselor

462:1

Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

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State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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Class Information

17:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 16.6:1

State Avg: 15.7:1

462

Students per Counselor

Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$31,481

City Avg: $31,481

State Avg: $46,507

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio17:1

Students per Counselor462:1

Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.65%

Male

49.35%

Female

Total Enrollment: 231 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White78.79%

Hispanic6.49%

Asian0.43%

Black3.46%

Two or More Races10.82%

Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School

Q: What is Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School?

A: Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School is a elementary public located in Forest City.

Q: How many students attend Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School?

A: Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School has approximately 231 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School is 17:1.

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Detailed Information about Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School - Forest City, NC

Quick Facts about Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School
School Name	Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	2785 Hudlow Road, Forest City, NC 28043, Forest City, NC
County	Rutherford County
Phone	+1 (828) 287-4792
Total Students	231
Student-Teacher Ratio	17:1
Full-Time Teachers	13
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School

What is Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School?

Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School is a elementary public located in Forest City.

How many students attend Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School?

Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School has approximately 231 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School is 17:1.

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