RUSSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL
RUSSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 624 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 37 teachers, RUSSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in the vibrant northern section of Colorado Springs, is a key component of Academy District 20, one of the region’s most highly regarded school districts. The school serves a diverse student population, fostering an environment that emphasizes academic rigor, character development, and student engagement. By offering a wide array of core curriculum subjects alongside robust elective programs—including music, technology, and athletics—RUSSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students for the transition to high school.
The school is known for its supportive community atmosphere and its commitment to utilizing modern instructional strategies to meet the varying needs of its students. Beyond the classroom, Russell encourages participation in extracurricular activities, which helps students build social-emotional skills and form strong connections with their peers. Situated on East Montebello Drive, the school serves as a central hub for families in the local neighborhood, maintaining a focus on creating a safe, inclusive, and challenging learning environment that aligns with the broader academic goals of the Academy District 20 community.
For more information, contact RUSSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL at (719) 328-5200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80918-2428
(719) 328-5200
RUSSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 624 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 624
- Teachers:
- 37
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 624 students
- White
- 52.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 29.5%
- Two or more races
- 9.1%
- Black or African American
- 6.9%
- Asian
- 0.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 51.9%
- Male
- 48.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.