Benjamin Russell High School serves 787 students in grades 9-12.
Benjamin Russell High School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Russell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Benjamin Russell High School's student population of 787 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Russell High School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Benjamin Russell High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#831 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
35%
32%
White
52%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Russell High School's ranking?
Benjamin Russell High School is ranked #831 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Benjamin Russell High School often compared to?
Benjamin Russell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dadeville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benjamin Russell High School?
The graduation rate of Benjamin Russell High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Benjamin Russell High School?
787 students attend Benjamin Russell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Benjamin Russell High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Russell High School?
Benjamin Russell High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Benjamin Russell High School offer ?
Benjamin Russell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Benjamin Russell High School part of?
Benjamin Russell High School is part of Alexander City School District.
School Reviews
3 3/22/2022
this school is not for the faint of heart. there are bullying, vandalism, and other problems here. I have made many good friends and the honors course is amazing, but the regular course is ok.
3 6/25/2020
I like this school because you get a grade.
2 10/1/2011
As a drivers training instructor in Michigan, I saw your clip "Get the Message" on Youtube. Loved it. Is there any way I could get a copy of this to show in my classroom. Thanks and keep up the great work!!!
Rhonda
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