Serving 615 students in grades 9-12, Russell High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Russell High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Russell, KY, encompassing approximately 14.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Russell High School's student population of 615 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
615 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Tradition Meets Excellence
School Rankings
Russell High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russell High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#198 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
91%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 11-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell High School's ranking?
Russell High School is ranked #198 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Russell High School often compared to?
Russell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenup County High School, Raceland-worthington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Russell High School?
The graduation rate of Russell High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Russell High School?
615 students attend Russell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Russell High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russell High School?
Russell High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Russell High School offer ?
Russell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Russell High School part of?
Russell High School is part of Russell Independent School District.
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