Russell Elementary School in Hayneville, Alabama, closed in 2004 after serving grades K–3 with an enrollment of 171 students and a predominantly Black student body of 168 out of 171 students.
The school consistently had a high percentage of students eligible for free lunch, reaching 85% in most recent years before closure, indicating a significant low–income population.
Math proficiency declined substantially to 10% in 2023, which was lower than the state average of 30%, reflecting a notable decrease compared to earlier years when proficiency was above state levels.
Reading proficiency also dropped to 10% in 2022, significantly lower than the state average of 47%, highlighting a downward trend in language arts performance over the past decade.
Science proficiency was at 10% in 2022, lower than the state average of 38%, indicating consistently weaker performance relative to state expectations before the school closed.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
171 students
Total Classroom Teachers (02-03)
13 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
98%
32%
White
2%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Russell Elementary School?
171 students attend Russell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Russell Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Russell Elementary School offer ?
Russell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Russell Elementary School part of?
Russell Elementary School is part of Lowndes County School District.
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