Serving 582 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Red Bud Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Red Bud Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Red Bud, IL, encompassing approximately 171.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge located 16.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Bud Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Red Bud Elementary School's student population of 582 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
582 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Red Bud Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Bud Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1062 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Bud Elementary School's ranking?
Red Bud Elementary School is ranked #1062 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Red Bud Elementary School?
582 students attend Red Bud Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Red Bud Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Bud Elementary School?
Red Bud Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Red Bud Elementary School offer ?
Red Bud Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Red Bud Elementary School part of?
Red Bud Elementary School is part of Red Bud CUSD 132 School District.
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