For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,700 students in 41169, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 41169, KY are Russell Primary School, Russell Independent Alternative School and Russell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 41169 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 41169, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41169, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Russell Primary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
710 Red Devil Lane
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-0007
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-0007
Gr: PK-2 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Russell Independent Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
705 Red Devil Lane
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-1256
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-1256
Gr: 5-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Russell Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
707 Red Devil Lane
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-8135
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-8135
Gr: 6-8 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Raceland-worthington Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
502 Rams Blvd.
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-7141
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-7141
Gr: 3-7 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #55.
Campbell Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
550 Ram Blvd
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-3844
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-3844
Gr: PK-2 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 41169, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 41169, KY include Russell Primary School, Russell Independent Alternative School and Russell Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 41169?
5 public elementary schools are located in 41169.
What is the racial composition of students in 41169?
41169 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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