Russellville Middle School serves 551 students in grades 6-8.
Russellville Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Russellville Middle School's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Russellville Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Russellville Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#591 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
60%
10%
Black
7%
32%
White
29%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russellville Middle School's ranking?
Russellville Middle School is ranked #591 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Russellville Middle School?
551 students attend Russellville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Russellville Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Russellville Middle School?
Russellville Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Russellville Middle School offer ?
Russellville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Russellville Middle School part of?
Russellville Middle School is part of Russellville City School District.
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