Russell High School is a public high school located in Russell, Kentucky, near Flatwoods. The school was built in 1962 in Flatwoods/Kenwood and is located on the main campus of the Russell Independent ...
Serving 615 students in grades 9-12, Russell High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Russell High School's student population of 615 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
615 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Tradition Meets Excellence
School Rankings
Russell High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russell High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#198 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
91%
71%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell High School's ranking?
Russell High School is ranked #198 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Russell High School often compared to?
Russell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenup County High School, Cabell Midland High School, Huntington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Russell High School?
The graduation rate of Russell High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Russell High School?
615 students attend Russell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Russell High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russell High School?
Russell High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Russell High School offer ?
Russell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Russell High School part of?
Russell High School is part of Russell Independent School District.
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