For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 735 students in Russell, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Russell, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Russell, PA are Eisenhower Elementary School and Eisenhower Middle School High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Russell, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Russell have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Russell, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eisenhower Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3700 Route 957
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-4507
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-4507
Gr: K-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Eisenhower Middle School High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Route 957
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-8878
Russell, PA 16345
(814) 757-8878
Gr: 6-12 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Russell, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Russell, PA include Eisenhower Elementary School and Eisenhower Middle School High School.
How many public schools are located in Russell?
2 public schools are located in Russell.
What percentage of students in Russell go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Russell are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Russell?
Russell public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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