Serving 301 students in grades 4-5, Rusk Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rusk Intermediate's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Rusk, TX, encompassing approximately 313.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 15.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rusk Intermediate School's student population of 301 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Rusk Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rusk Intermediate School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3776 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
22%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
62%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rusk Intermediate School's ranking?
Rusk Intermediate School is ranked #3776 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rusk Intermediate School?
301 students attend Rusk Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Rusk Intermediate School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rusk Intermediate School?
Rusk Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rusk Intermediate School offer ?
Rusk Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Rusk Intermediate School part of?
Rusk Intermediate School is part of Rusk Independent School District.
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