Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Russell Primary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Russell Primary School's student population of 459 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Russell Primary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)65-69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)70-74%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
92%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Russell Primary School often compared to?
Russell Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Argillite Elementary School, Campbell Elementary School, Wurtland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% KY state average).
How many students attend Russell Primary School?
459 students attend Russell Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Russell Primary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Russell Primary School?
Russell Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Russell Primary School offer ?
Russell Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Russell Primary School part of?
Russell Primary School is part of Russell Independent School District.
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