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Russell Independent Alternative School
High School · Russell Independent
705 Red Devil Lane, Russell, KY 41169
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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About Russell Independent Alternative School
Russell Independent Alternative School is a public high school in Russell, KY, part of Russell Independent. Russell Independent Alternative School serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Russell Independent Alternative School show 25% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 15 students, Russell Independent Alternative School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
87% of students at Russell Independent Alternative School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Address
- 705 Red Devil Lane, Russell, KY 41169
- Phone
- (606) 836-1256
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores KY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from KY state assessments. About our data
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Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
705 Red Devil Lane, Russell, KY 41169
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Russell Independent Alternative School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Russell High School (rated 7.7/10, 0.1 miles away). Another option is Raceland-Worthington High School (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Raceland). Additionally, ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Ironton). For more schools in Russell, see our Russell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Russell High School Russell | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Russell Primary School Russell | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Russell Middle School Russell | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Russell-McDowell Intermediate School Flatwoods | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Ironton | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL Ironton | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Ironton High School Ironton | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Campbell Elementary School Raceland | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Ironton Middle School Ironton | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Ironton Elementary School Ironton | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Raceland-Worthington Middle School Raceland | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Raceland-Worthington High School Raceland | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Fairview High School Ashland | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Fairview Elementary School Ashland | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Raceland-Worthington Schools Campus B Ashland | 3.3 mi | — |
| Ashland Head Start Ashland | 3.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Dawson-Bryant High School Coal Grove | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Dawson-Bryant Middle School Coal Grove | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ROSE HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ashland | 4.2 mi | 7.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Ashland | 3.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 41169 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,114
Median Home Value
$169,900
Median Rent
$807/mo
Population
5,527
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
78.8%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
41.7
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| Barnabus Home High School Annville, KY | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Russell Independent Alternative School
What grades does Russell Independent Alternative School serve?
Russell Independent Alternative School serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Russell Independent Alternative School?
Russell Independent Alternative School has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Russell Independent Alternative School?
The student-teacher ratio at Russell Independent Alternative School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Russell Independent Alternative School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Russell Independent Alternative School has 25% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Russell Independent Alternative School a charter school?
No, Russell Independent Alternative School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Russell Independent Alternative School a Title I school?
No, Russell Independent Alternative School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Russell Independent Alternative School?
80.0% of students at Russell Independent Alternative School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Greenup County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.7%
- Phone
- (606) 836-1256
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
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District
Russell Independent- District Enrollment
- 2,048
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,327
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