For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 460 students in Russellville, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Russellville, MO are Cole Co. R-i Elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Russellville have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Russellville, MO (2025-26)
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.
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 elementary schools in Russellville, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Russellville, MO include Cole Co. R-i Elementary School and Cole Co. R-i Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Russellville?
2 public elementary schools are located in Russellville.
What is the racial composition of students in Russellville?
Russellville public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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