Russell County Public Schools

Situated in the rural distant region of Lebanon, Virginia, Russell County Public Schools is an active, traditional public school district dedicated to serving families across southwest Virginia. Headquartered at 84 Dr. Lorraine C. Turner Drive, the district oversees 10 operational schools that provide a continuous academic pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. Serving a student body of 3,345 learners—comprising 1,615 female and 1,730 male students—the division fosters an inclusive educational environment tailored to early childhood development, foundational literacy, and secondary college-and-career readiness.

To ensure quality instruction and well-supported learning environments, Russell County Public Schools maintains a robust staffing infrastructure of approximately 1,215 full-time equivalent personnel. The district’s academic mission is driven by a dedicated teaching force of roughly 547 full-time teachers and nearly 78 instructional aides, backed by more than 590 support staff who manage essential daily operations, facility maintenance, and student services. For parents, students, and educational researchers seeking further information about district programs or administrative services, the division can be reached directly at (276) 889-6500 or online at www.russell.k12.va.us.