Russell School serves 211 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Attendance Zone: Russell School serves the southwest portion of Gray, ME, covering an area of approximately 46.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Russell School's student population of 211 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Russell School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Russell School often compared to?
Russell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pond Cove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Russell School?
211 students attend Russell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Russell School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russell School?
Russell School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Russell School offer ?
Russell School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Russell School part of?
Russell School is part of RSU 15/MSAD 15 School District.
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