Russell Middle School
509 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
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.
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.
509
Total Students
32.2
Full-Time Teachers
15.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
65.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 225 |
| Hispanic | 197 |
| Black | 32 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 42 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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White225 (44.2 %)
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Hispanic197 (38.7 %)
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Two or More42 (8.3 %)
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Black32 (6.3 %)
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Asian6 (1.2 %)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.8 %)
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American Indian3 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E |
| Phone: | (719)328-5200 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 509 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 298 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 37 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
165
Grade 7
172
Grade 8
172
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 165 |
| Grade 7 | 172 |
| Grade 8 | 172 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 232 | 45.6% |
| Male | 277 | 54.4% |
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