There were 5,739 Black or African American students enrolled in Russell County districts in the 2023-24 school year, 0.2% more than the previous school year, according to the Alabama Department of Education.
Data showed that Black or African American students made up 54.2% of the 10,581 students in Russell County districts during the 2023-24 school year. They were the most represented ethnicity.
Among the two districts in the county, Phenix City School District recorded the largest enrollment of Black or African American students in the 2023-24 school year, with a total of 4,240 students.
The main offices of all districts mentioned in the story are located in cities associated with Russell County.
A recent study by WalletHub classified Alabama as one of the least-educated states in the U.S., ranking it the 9th worst in America in terms of class size, student performance, funding, safety, and instructor credentials.
| District Name | % of Black or African American Students Enrollment | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Phenix City School District | 61.1% | 6,935 |
| Russell County School District | 41.1% | 3,646 |
