Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Russell C. Phillips Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Farrell Area ES/LMS serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Farrell, PA, encompassing approximately 3.2 square miles. Families within this area can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Russell C. Phillips Elementary School's student population of 414 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Motto
Academic Achievement for All
School Rankings
Russell C. Phillips Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russell C. Phillips Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2323 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
64%
14%
White
13%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell C. Phillips Elementary School's ranking?
Russell C. Phillips Elementary School is ranked #2323 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Russell C. Phillips Elementary School often compared to?
Russell C. Phillips Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Karen A. Ionta Elementary School, Artman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Russell C. Phillips Elementary School?
414 students attend Russell C. Phillips Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Russell C. Phillips Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russell C. Phillips Elementary School?
Russell C. Phillips Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Russell C. Phillips Elementary School offer ?
Russell C. Phillips Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Russell C. Phillips Elementary School part of?
Russell C. Phillips Elementary School is part of Farrell Area School District.
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