For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 755 students in Russellville, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Russellville, MO are Cole Co. R-i Elementary School, Cole Co. R-i Middle School and Russellville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Russellville, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Russellville have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Russellville, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cole Co. R-i Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13111 Park St
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-4814
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-4814
Grades: PK-6
| 327 students
Rank: #22.
Cole Co. R-i Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13111 Park St
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-4915
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-4915
Grades: 6-8
| 133 students
Rank: #33.
Russellville High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13600 Rte C
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-3973
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-3973
Grades: 7-12
| 295 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Russellville, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Russellville, MO include Cole Co. R-i Elementary School, Cole Co. R-i Middle School and Russellville High School.
How many public schools are located in Russellville?
3 public schools are located in Russellville.
What is the racial composition of students in Russellville?
Russellville public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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