Serving 988 students in grades 6-8, Russell Middle 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 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 988 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Russell Middle School's student population of 988 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
988 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Role Model Students + Role Model Staff = Role Model School
School Rankings
Russell Middle 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 Middle School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1169 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
12%
36%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell Middle School's ranking?
Russell Middle School is ranked #1169 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Russell Middle School often compared to?
Russell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bear Creek Middle School, Haymon-morris Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Russell Middle School?
988 students attend Russell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Russell Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russell Middle School?
Russell Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Russell Middle School offer ?
Russell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Russell Middle School part of?
Russell Middle School is part of Barrow County School District.
School Calendar
View the Russell Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
First Day Back after Break
January 06, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School - Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Early Release - Last Day of School
May 20, 2026 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 6/20/2012
This is one of the best schools in the state of Georgia, and the U.S. The teachers truly care about each individual student, and the students enjoy going to this school. (Which is remarkable since it is a middle school). It has a very diverse student body, and the teachers are top-notch highly skilled educators. Seeing as though, the district is just outside of Clarke County and the University of Georgia, the teachers, students, and staff are very professional and looking for new ways to engage the students of the twenty-first century.
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