Russell Independent School District
School District · Flatwoods, Kentucky
Avg Rating
6.6
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Enrollment
2,048
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Avg Rating
6.6
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Enrollment
2,048
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Evaluating Russell Independent?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Russell Independent as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Russell High School
Russell · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Russell Middle School
Russell · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School
Flatwoods · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#62 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,327
+$341 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,048 students
Typical than Kentucky median
The short answer
Russell Independent ranks #62 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Russell Independent's schools with real test data average 6.6/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Russell High School (7.7/10), Russell Middle School (6.7/10), and Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School (6.7/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Russell Independent
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Russell High School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Russell Middle School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Russell Primary School | 5.3 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Russell Independent
Russell Independent is a Flatwoods, Kentucky school district serving 5 schools.The district educates 2,048 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1. District-level spending was $14,327 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 6.6/10, Russell Independent demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Russell High School, which has a composite score of 7.7/10.
In standardized testing, Russell Independent students show an average math proficiency of 56.1% and ELA proficiency of 61.5%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Russell Independent, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Russell Independent with test data.
Schools in Russell Independent
5 schoolsElementary Schools2
Middle Schools1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Flatwoods
- Total Enrollment
- 2,048
- Teachers (FTE)
- 135
- District spending per student
- $14,327NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 15.4%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Russell Independent?
Russell Independent has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Russell Independent?
The average composite rating for Russell Independent is 6.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Russell Independent?
Russell Independent's district-level spending was $14,327 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Russell Independent?
The average student-teacher ratio in Russell Independent is 15.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Russell Independent?
Russell High School is the highest-rated school in Russell Independent with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What are the test scores in Russell Independent?
Across schools in Russell Independent with test data, the average math proficiency is 56.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 61.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Russell Independent compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Russell Independent has an average school rating of 6.6/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Kentucky by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 56.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 61.5%
How we rate schools
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Compare Russell Independent with neighboring districts in the state.
- Jefferson County (171)
- Fayette County (79)
- Kentucky Tech System (55)
- Warren County (34)
- Boone County (28)
- Hardin County (27)
- Bullitt County (25)
- Daviess County (24)
- Kenton County (22)
- Madison County (22)
- Oldham County (22)
- Pike County (20)
- Christian County (19)
- Laurel County (19)
- Hopkins County (18)
- Scott County (17)
- Franklin County (16)
- Knox County (15)
- Floyd County (14)
- Jessamine County (14)
- Mccracken County (14)
- Pulaski County (14)
- Shelby County (14)
- Henderson County (13)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kentucky Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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