Serving 314 students in grades 9-12, Russellville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russellville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Russellville High School's student population of 314 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. May 24, 2026
School Rankings
Russellville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russellville High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#974 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
10%
Black
20%
11%
White
48%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Russellville High School's ranking?
Russellville High School is ranked #974 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Russellville High School often compared to?
Russellville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Logan County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Russellville High School?
The graduation rate of Russellville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Russellville High School?
314 students attend Russellville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Russellville High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Russellville High School?
Russellville High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Russellville High School offer ?
Russellville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Russellville High School part of?
Russellville High School is part of Russellville Independent School District.
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