Serving 553 students in grades 3-5, Russellville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Russellville Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Russellville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russellville Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#478 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
59%
11%
Black
4%
32%
White
34%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russellville Elementary School's ranking?
Russellville Elementary School is ranked #478 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Russellville Elementary School?
553 students attend Russellville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Russellville Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Russellville Elementary School?
Russellville Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Russellville Elementary School offer ?
Russellville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Russellville Elementary School part of?
Russellville Elementary School is part of Russellville City School District.
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