For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 434 students in Russell, KS.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Russell, KS is Bickerdyke Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Russell, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in Russell have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Russell, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bickerdyke Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
348 N Maple St
Russell, KS 67665
(785) 483-6066
Russell, KS 67665
(785) 483-6066
Gr: 2-6 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
1323 N Main St
Russell, KS 67665
(785) 483-6180
Russell, KS 67665
(785) 483-6180
Gr: PK-1 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Russell, KS?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Russell, KS include Bickerdyke Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Russell?
2 public elementary schools are located in Russell.
What is the racial composition of students in Russell?
Russell public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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