Serving 509 students in grades 6-8, Russell Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Russell Middle School's student population of 509 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Russell Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russell Middle School is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#292 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
93%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell Middle School's ranking?
Russell Middle School is ranked #292 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Russell Middle School?
509 students attend Russell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Russell Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Russell Middle School offer ?
Russell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Russell Middle School part of?
Russell Middle School is part of Russell Independent School District.
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