Serving 442 students in grades 3-5, Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Russell-McDowell Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Flatwoods, KY, encompassing approximately 14.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School's student population of 442 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
442 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Russell-mcdowell Intermediate 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-mcdowell Intermediate School is 0.19, 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
#239 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School's ranking?
Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School is ranked #239 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School?
442 students attend Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School?
Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School offer ?
Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School part of?
Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School is part of Russell Independent School District.
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