RUSSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RUSSELL EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BROWNSVILLE ISD school district, located in BROWNSVILLE, TX with about 666 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, RUSSELL EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

RUSSELL ELementary School is a public school located in Brownsville, Texas, serving students within the Brownsville Independent School District (BISD). Situated on Lakeside Boulevard, the school functions as a foundational educational hub for the local community, emphasizing core academic instruction and student development. As part of the BISD network, the school operates under the district’s broader mission to provide a rigorous and supportive learning environment that prepares students for academic success in their future educational endeavors.

The school is deeply integrated into the Brownsville community, reflecting the district’s commitment to bilingual education and cultural inclusivity, which is characteristic of the Rio Grande Valley region. RUSSELL ELementary focuses on fostering a collaborative atmosphere between educators, parents, and students to enhance literacy, mathematics, and social growth. For families seeking specific information regarding school policies, extracurricular opportunities, or academic calendars, the school maintains an official presence through the BISD website, which serves as a central resource for updates and school-home communication.

For more information, contact RUSSELL EL at (956) 548-8960 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.