Russia High School is a public high school in Russia, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Russia Local School district. The Raiders wear royal blue and gold while they compete in the Shelby County Athletic League.
Serving 231 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Russia Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Russia Elementary School's student population of 231 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Royal blue, Yellow
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Russia Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russia Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#39 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
96%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russia Elementary School's ranking?
Russia Elementary School is ranked #39 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Russia Elementary School often compared to?
Russia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Loramie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Russia Elementary School?
231 students attend Russia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Russia Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russia Elementary School?
Russia Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Russia Elementary School offer ?
Russia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Russia Elementary School part of?
Russia Elementary School is part of Russia Local School District.
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