Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Russell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Russell Elementary School serves the southern part of Smyrna, GA, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most residents can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Russell Elementary School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
School Rankings
Russell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russell Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1464 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell Elementary School's ranking?
Russell Elementary School is ranked #1464 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Russell Elementary School often compared to?
Russell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Springs Elementary School, Nickajack Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Russell Elementary School?
568 students attend Russell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Russell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russell Elementary School?
Russell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Russell Elementary School offer ?
Russell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Russell Elementary School part of?
Russell Elementary School is part of Cobb County School District.
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