Russell County Middle School vs Wayne County Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Kentucky, United States, 30 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Russell County Middle School
Russell Springs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
652 students
Wayne County Middle School
Monticello · Public middle · Grades 6–8
646 students
| Measure | Russell County Middle School Russell Springs, Kentucky | Wayne County Middle School Monticello, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #78 of 217 | #181 of 217 |
| National rank | #5528 of 15,369 | #8953 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 652 | 646 |
| Enrollment | 652 | 646 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.1% | 74.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 38% |
| city | Russell Springs | Monticello |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Russell County Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.8 vs 44.0).
- •Russell County Middle School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 38%).
- •Russell County Middle School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 56%).
- •Russell County Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.1% vs 74.8%).
- •Wayne County Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 16.7).
- •Russell County Middle School is the larger school with 652 students compared with 646.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Russell County Middle School better than Wayne County Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Russell County Middle School ranks higher (59.8 vs 44.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Russell County Middle School and Wayne County Middle School?
About 30 km in a straight line, between Russell Springs and Monticello in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Russell County Middle School: 652. Wayne County Middle School: 646. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Russell County Middle School and Wayne County Middle School rank in Kentucky?
Russell County Middle School is 78th of 217 and Wayne County Middle School is 181st of 217 among middle schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).