Rutland
Community Population: 45,186 (2019)
Student Population (0-17): 7,519 (2019)
Student Enrolment: 4,850 (2019)
Schools: 8 Elementary, 2 Middle; 1 Secondary
The Rutland area has seen some increase in population growth. The majority of growth in the Rutland area is located west of the main Rutland area in Black Mountain nieghbourhood. There has been a number on infill developments within the main Rutland area. There has been some population growth; however, the area has not experienced as much growth as other areas in the City.
Rutland Family of Schools
Births
The births for the area have slowing declined in the last five years and it is anticipated there will be about 400 births a year in the area.
Youth Population
Youth population has seen some small increases; however, with the smaller amount on new family residential development in the area, the youth population is projected to remain a steady level.
Key Issue Areas
Rutland Middle is an aging facility with 11 portables on site to accommodate enrolment
Springvalley Middle will have an increase in enrolment and will continue for the next 5 years.
Popularity of French Immersion Program and impact on Belgo Elementary
Surplus of classrooms in elementary schools
Aging elementary facilities
Short Term (0-5 years)
Replace or expand Rutland Middle School
Long Term (5-15 years)
Assess elementary school demand in the area