For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 755 students in Russellville, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Russellville, MO are Cole Co. R-i Elementary School, Russellville High School and Cole Co. R-i Middle 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 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Russellville have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (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 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
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 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Cole Co. R-i Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13111 Park St
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-4915
Russellville, MO 65074
(573) 782-4915
Gr: 6-8 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
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, Russellville High School and Cole Co. R-i Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Russellville?
3 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 32% (majority Black).
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