For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 757 students in Russell, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Russell, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Russell, PA are Eisenhower Elementary School and Eisenhower M/hs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Russell, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Russell have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Russell, PA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eisenhower Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3700 Route 957
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-4507
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-4507
Grades: K-5
| 315 students
Rank: #22.
Eisenhower M/hs
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Route 957
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-8878
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-8878
Grades: 6-12
| 442 students
Russell, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Rr 3 Box 3264
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-8131
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-8131
Grades: 2-6
| 57 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Russell, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Russell, PA include Eisenhower Elementary School and Eisenhower M/hs.
How many public schools are located in Russell?
2 public schools are located in Russell.
What percentage of students in Russell go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Russell are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Russell?
Russell public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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