Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Russell Primary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Attendance Zone: Russell Primary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Russell, KY, covering approximately 14.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to 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
School Overview
Russell Primary School's student population of 494 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
494 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Russell Primary 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)65-69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-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 schools are Russell Primary School often compared to?
Russell Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Argillite Elementary School, Wurtland Elementary School, Campbell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% KY state average).
How many students attend Russell Primary School?
494 students attend Russell Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Russell Primary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russell Primary School?
Russell Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Russell Primary School offer ?
Russell Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Russell Primary School part of?
Russell Primary School is part of Russell Independent School District.
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