For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 604 students in Russellville, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Russellville, MO are Cole Co. R-i Elementary School and Russellville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Russellville, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Russellville have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Russellville, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cole Co. R-i Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13111 Park St
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-4814
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-4814
Gr: PK-6 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Russellville High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13600 Rte C
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-3973
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-3973
Gr: 7-12 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Russellville, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Russellville, MO include Cole Co. R-i Elementary School and Russellville High School.
How many public schools are located in Russellville?
2 public schools are located in Russellville.
What is the racial composition of students in Russellville?
Russellville public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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