Summary:
The city of Russell, Kansas is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the district faces some academic challenges, Bickerdyke Elementary stands out as a strong performer, consistently outpacing the Russell County and Kansas state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics.
In contrast, Russell High struggles academically, with proficiency rates well below the district and state averages. The school has also seen a decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from 237th out of 327 Kansas high schools in 2022-2023 to 303rd out of 332 in 2024-2025. However, Russell High maintains a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 89.5% and a low dropout rate of 1.3%.
Across the district, there are concerns about chronic absenteeism, which stands at 19.5% on average, and science proficiency, which is significantly below the state average at all schools. The district's resource allocation also varies, with spending per student ranging from $11,212 at Bickerdyke Elementary to $13,521 at Russell High. Addressing these district-wide challenges could lead to improved outcomes for all students in the Russell, Kansas school system.
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