James S. Russell Middle School

19400 Christanna Hwy
Lawrenceville, VA 23868
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 295 students in grades 6-8, James S. Russell Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 295 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

James S. Russell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

James S. Russell Middle School's student population of 295 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
James S. Russell Middle School creates a 21st-century educational culture that prepares students to be successful in their future endeavors.

School Rankings

James S. Russell Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James S. Russell Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1705 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
38%
68%
(20-21)
38%
69%
(20-21)
20-24%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
82%
22%
White
9%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is James S. Russell Middle School's ranking?
James S. Russell Middle School is ranked #1705 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are James S. Russell Middle School often compared to?
James S. Russell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lunenburg Middle School, Salem Church Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend James S. Russell Middle School?
295 students attend James S. Russell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of James S. Russell Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James S. Russell Middle School?
James S. Russell Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does James S. Russell Middle School offer ?
James S. Russell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James S. Russell Middle School part of?
James S. Russell Middle School is part of Brunswick County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 295 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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