Serving 632 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Russell Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russell Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Russell Springs Elementary School's student population of 632 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Russell Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russell Springs Elementary School is 0.36, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#93 out of 1250 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
78%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Russell Springs Elementary School is ranked #93 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Russell Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Russell Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salem Elementary School, Jamestown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Russell Springs Elementary School?
632 students attend Russell Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Russell Springs Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Russell Springs Elementary School?
Russell Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Russell Springs Elementary School offer ?
Russell Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Russell Springs Elementary School part of?
Russell Springs Elementary School is part of Russell County School District.
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