For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 744 students in Russell, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Russell, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Russell, PA are Eisenhower Elementary School and Eisenhower Middle School High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Russell, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Russell have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Russell, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eisenhower Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3700 Route 957
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-4507
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-4507
Grades: K-5
| 328 students
Rank: #22.
Eisenhower Middle School High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Route 957
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-8878
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-8878
Grades: 6-12
| 416 students
Russell, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Rr 3 Box 3264
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-8131
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-8131
Grades: 2-6
| 57 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Russell, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Russell, PA include Eisenhower Elementary School and Eisenhower Middle School High School.
How many public schools are located in Russell?
2 public schools are located in Russell.
What percentage of students in Russell go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Russell are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Russell?
Russell public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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