Serving 753 students in grades 9-12, Russellville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Russellville High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Russellville, AL, covering approximately 13.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 4.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russellville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Russellville High School's student population of 753 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
753 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Russellville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russellville High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#762 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
63%
12%
Black
6%
31%
White
28%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russellville High School's ranking?
Russellville High School is ranked #762 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Russellville High School?
The graduation rate of Russellville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Russellville High School?
753 students attend Russellville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Russellville High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russellville High School?
Russellville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Russellville High School offer ?
Russellville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Russellville High School part of?
Russellville High School is part of Russellville City School District.
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