Serving 860 students in grades 9-12, Russell County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russell County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Russell County High School's student population of 860 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
860 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Russell County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russell County High School is 0.30, 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
#528 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
83%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell County High School's ranking?
Russell County High School is ranked #528 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Russell County High School often compared to?
Russell County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glasgow High School, Southwestern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Russell County High School?
The graduation rate of Russell County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Russell County High School?
860 students attend Russell County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Russell County High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Russell County High School?
Russell County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Russell County High School offer ?
Russell County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Russell County High School part of?
Russell County High School is part of Russell County School District.
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