Serving 810 students in grades 6-8, Russell County Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russell County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Russell County Middle School's student population of 810 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
810 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ignite the love for purposeful learning through maintaining high expectations for students, teachers, and all stakeholders to prepare each student to be successful contributing members in the global society.
School Rankings
Russell County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russell County Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#707 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
40%
31%
White
42%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Russell County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell County Middle School's ranking?
Russell County Middle School is ranked #707 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Russell County Middle School often compared to?
Russell County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phenix City Intermediate School, South Girard School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Russell County Middle School?
810 students attend Russell County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Russell County Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russell County Middle School?
Russell County Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Russell County Middle School offer ?
Russell County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Russell County Middle School part of?
Russell County Middle School is part of Russell County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Parent involvement is extremely low if not at all. Its a 3 wing school for 6th, 7th, and 8th grades, but 6th grade is in the elementary schools so that wing is unused. What a waste of money. Leadership from the highest level all the way down is lacking. Concern for parents as well as students is low. Safety in the bathrooms and locker rooms is horrible. Lots of gang activity.
5 10/10/2025
Russell County Middle School is as good as any middle school in the area. The parent involvement is low due to its rural area. The staff average to above average and the low parent involvement does detract from student success. Safety at the school is good and there is less violence there than at some other local schools. The athletic program suffers due to a lack of funding, but there are good athletes there. The school system has consistently been used as the valley whipping boy, but is as good as any in area.
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