For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,784 students in Russell, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Russell, KY are Russell Primary School, Russell Middle School and Russell Independent Alternative School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Russell, KY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Russell have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Russell, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-2
| 459 students
Rank: #22.
Russell Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
707 Red Devil Lane
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-8135
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-8135
Grades: 6-8
| 509 students
Rank: #33.
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
Grades: 5-12
| 15 students
Rank: #44.
Raceland-worthington Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
502 Rams Blvd.
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-8014
Russell, KY 41169
(606) 836-8014
Grades: 3-8
| 460 students
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
Grades: PK-2
| 341 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Russell, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Russell, KY include Russell Primary School, Russell Middle School and Russell Independent Alternative School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Russell?
5 public elementary schools are located in Russell.
What is the racial composition of students in Russell?
Russell public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Russell are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Russell include: Campbell Elementary School vs. Russell Primary School, Russell Primary School vs. Campbell Elementary School
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