Serving 288 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 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James S Russell Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Lawrenceville, VA, encompassing approximately 569.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 18.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James S. Russell Middle School's student population of 288 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
288 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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 0.41, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1705 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
75%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
15%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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?
288 students attend James S. Russell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of James S. Russell Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 6% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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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