Serving 899 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bennett C Russell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bennett C Russell Elementary School serves the southwest part of Milton, FL, covering an area of approximately 19.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bennett C Russell Elementary School's student population of 899 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
899 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bennett C Russell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett C Russell Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1149 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennett C Russell Elementary School's ranking?
Bennett C Russell Elementary School is ranked #1149 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bennett C Russell Elementary School often compared to?
Bennett C Russell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berryhill Elementary School, Bagdad Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bennett C Russell Elementary School?
899 students attend Bennett C Russell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Bennett C Russell Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennett C Russell Elementary School?
Bennett C Russell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bennett C Russell Elementary School offer ?
Bennett C Russell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bennett C Russell Elementary School part of?
Bennett C Russell Elementary School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
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