Summary:
The 41139 zip code area is home to a single elementary school, Russell-McDowell Intermediate School, which serves grades 3-5 with a total enrollment of 446 students. As the sole elementary school in this community, it is the primary educational option for families in the 41139 zip code.
Russell-McDowell Intermediate School is part of the Russell Independent school district, which is ranked 33 out of 157 districts in Kentucky and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, going from 209th out of 687 Kentucky elementary schools in 2022-2023 to 294th out of 685 in 2023-2024, and 338th out of 685 in 2024-2025. Its SchoolDigger rating has remained at 3 stars out of 5 during this time. The school's performance on state assessments has been somewhat inconsistent, with proficiency rates fluctuating above and below district and state averages across different subject areas and grade levels.
Russell-McDowell Intermediate School has a relatively high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch at 54.71% in 2023-2024, indicating a significant population of economically disadvantaged students. The school's per-student spending was $14,468 in 2023-2024, and the student-teacher ratio was 15.2, both within typical ranges. While the data provides a snapshot of the school's academic and demographic characteristics, more context would be needed to fully understand its strengths, challenges, and areas for improvement.
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