Benjamin Russell High School

Benjamin Russell High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
225 Heard Blvd,  Alexander City, AL
Alexander City Schools
3.8
843 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Jose Reyes
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1010
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
22%
Average GPA
3.52
Graduation Rate
84%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C-
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Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.52
Reading Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
51
Full Time Teachers
51
Teachers in First or Second Year
20%
College Prep
Average SAT
1010
Math
490
Verbal
530
Average ACT
22
Math
20
English
23
Reading
24
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
14.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
41.5%
State Average
27.8%
Science
26%
State Average
21.8%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
402:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.7%
Female
49.3%
White
46.9%
Black
38.4%
Hispanic
9.7%
Two or more races
3.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.2%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Auburn University 252 Students
University of Alabama - Birmingham 185 Students
Troy University 182 Students
The University of Alabama 175 Students
Jacksonville State University 160 Students
University of South Alabama 149 Students
Central Alabama Community College 121 Students
Samford University 72 Students
Alabama State University 69 Students
Auburn University at Montgomery 65 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 90 Students
Business 50 Students
Psychology 35 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 29 Students
Biology 25 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 22 Students
Marketing 19 Students
Pre-Law Studies 18 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 17 Students
Physical Therapy 17 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 134 Reviews
4.0 Junior
12/9/2024
My experience at Benjamin Russell is weird because one year it will be bad and another will be good. They are very strict on what school activities we do especially culture activities. The academics are good especially the dual enrollment. But overall its 50/50.
4.0 Alum
1/26/2024
Overall, I would say throughout the four years, it would have to be all in all a pretty good experience, with regards from learning how to grow as a kid all the way into leaving onto the path to being an "adult".
5.0 Senior
10/4/2022
I love the memories BRHS has created for me. I love the Fridays where each class battles for who has the most school spirit. I also love all the teachers and how they are eager to help when it is needed. BRHS has been one of the best school experiences, and I will always remember all the life lessons the teachers and students have taught me.

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Benjamin Russell High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Alexander City, AL and is served by the Alexander City Schools in Alabama. The school has a total enrollment of 843 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 22% are proficient in reading. Benjamin Russell High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.52, the graduation rate is 84%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1010 and an ACT score of 22. Discover additional schools in the area, like Liberty Baptist Christian School, West End Christian Academy, Alexander City Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Alexander City has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Benjamin Russell High School.

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