Serving 973 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 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Russell Middle School serves the northwest part of Winder, GA, covering an area of approximately 36.8 square miles. Families within this zone are typically about 10-15 minutes away from the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Russell Middle School's student population of 973 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
973 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
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 0.69, 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
#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
15:1
14:1
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
12%
36%
White
47%
34%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red & White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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?
973 students attend Russell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Russell Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% 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 15:1, 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 Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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