Serving 488 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 50% (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 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Russell Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Russell, KY, encompassing approximately 14.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- 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 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
488 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Russell Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russell Middle School is 0.17, 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
#362 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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)
48%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)20.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Russell Middle School is ranked #362 out of 1,250 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?
50% 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?
488 students attend Russell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Russell Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russell Middle School?
Russell Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, 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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