Serving 416 students in grades 9-12, Red Bud High School ranks in the top 50% 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Bud High School's student population of 416 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
416 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Red Bud High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Bud High School is 0.10, 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
#1339 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%

Hispanic
3%
28%

Black
n/a
16%
White
95%
45%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%

Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Bud High School's ranking?
Red Bud High School is ranked #1339 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Red Bud High School often compared to?
Red Bud High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeburg Community High School, Chester High School, Steeleville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Red Bud High School?
The graduation rate of Red Bud High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Red Bud High School?
416 students attend Red Bud High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Red Bud High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red Bud High School?
Red Bud High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Red Bud High School offer ?
Red Bud High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Red Bud High School part of?
Red Bud High School is part of Red Bud CUSD 132 School District.
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