Serving 786 students in grades 6-8, Red Bud Middle 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 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Red Bud Middle School serves the eastern part of Calhoun, GA, covering an area of approximately 186.7 square miles. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Bud Middle School's student population of 786 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
786 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Red Bud Middle 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 Middle School is 0.37, 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
#977 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Bud Middle School's ranking?
Red Bud Middle School is ranked #977 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Red Bud Middle School often compared to?
Red Bud Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashworth Middle School, Calhoun Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Red Bud Middle School?
786 students attend Red Bud Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Red Bud Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Bud Middle School?
Red Bud Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Red Bud Middle School offer ?
Red Bud Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Bud Middle School part of?
Red Bud Middle School is part of Gordon County School District.
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