Russellville High School is a comprehensive public high school established in 1893 serving the community of Russellville, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 1,282 students in grades 10-12, Russellville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Russellville High School's student population of 1,282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Year Founded
1893
School Calendar
School Rankings
Russellville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russellville High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#449 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
27%
15%
Black
6%
19%
White
58%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cyclone
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russellville High School's ranking?
Russellville High School is ranked #449 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Russellville High School often compared to?
Russellville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside High School, Southside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Russellville High School?
The graduation rate of Russellville High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Russellville High School?
1,282 students attend Russellville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Russellville High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Russellville High School?
Russellville High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Russellville High School offer ?
Russellville High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Russellville High School part of?
Russellville High School is part of Russellville School District.
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