There were 126 American Indian or Alaskan Native students enrolled in Russell County districts in the 2023-24 school year, 5.9% more than the previous school year, according to the Alabama Department of Education.
Data showed that American Indian or Alaskan Native students made up 1.2% of the 10,581 students in Russell County districts during the 2023-24 school year. They were the third least represented ethnicity.
Among the two districts in the county, Phenix City School District recorded the largest enrollment of American Indian or Alaskan Native students in the 2023-24 school year, with a total of 89 students.
The main offices of all districts mentioned in the story are located in cities associated with Russell County.
Alabama’s educational system was rated as one of the worst in the U.S., according to a 2023 study from Scholaroo. The state was ranked 46th based on factors such as school quality, student success, and teacher-to-student ratio.
| District Name | % of American Indian or Alaskan Native Students Enrollment | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Phenix City School District | 1.3% | 6,935 |
| Russell County School District | 1% | 3,646 |
