Russell High School serves 94 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
94 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
96%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Russell Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Russell High School?
94 students attend Russell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Russell High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% 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 9:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Russell High School offer ?
Russell High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Russell High School part of?
Russell High School is part of Russell Community School District.
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