Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Red Bud Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Red Bud Elementary School serves the northeast part of Calhoun, GA, covering an area of approximately 46.3 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Bud Elementary School's student population of 547 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Educate. Inspire. Empower.
School Rankings
Red Bud Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Bud Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#877 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Bud Elementary School's ranking?
Red Bud Elementary School is ranked #877 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Red Bud Elementary School often compared to?
Red Bud Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmount Elementary School, Tolbert Elementary School, Sonoraville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Red Bud Elementary School?
547 students attend Red Bud Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Red Bud Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Bud Elementary School?
Red Bud Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Red Bud Elementary School offer ?
Red Bud Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Bud Elementary School part of?
Red Bud Elementary School is part of Gordon County School District.
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