| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phenix City City School District | Phenix City | 6/10 Average · 55th pct | 7,218 | 12 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Russell County School District | Cottonton | 6/10 Average · 54th pct | 3,695 | 8 | PK–12 | 7 |
How Russell County compares
Together they enroll 10,913 students across 20 schools. The largest is Phenix City City School District with 7,218 students. Districts here average 6.0/10, above the Alabama average of 5.4/10. Ratings range from 6/10 to 6/10.
School Districts in Russell County, Alabama
Russell County has 2 public school districts covering 8 zip codes. The top-rated district in Russell County is Phenix City City School District (6/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Alabama. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Russell County, AL?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Russell County, AL. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Russell County, AL?
Of the districts serving Russell County, Phenix City City School District has the highest rating on this site at 6/10. That places it in the 55th percentile among Alabama school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Alabama reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Alabama and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Alabama only, never across state lines.