| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russell County School District | Jamestown | 8/10 Good · 79th pct | 3,005 | 5 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Garrard County School District | Lancaster | 7/10 Good · 68th pct | 2,606 | 5 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Russell County compares
Together they enroll 5,611 students across 10 schools. The largest is Russell County School District with 3,005 students. Districts here average 7.5/10, above the Kentucky average of 5.4/10. Ratings range from 7/10 to 8/10.
School Districts in Russell County, Kentucky
Russell County has 2 public school districts covering 4 zip codes. The top-rated district in Russell County is Russell County School District (8/10). 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 Kentucky. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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