Serving 824 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 40% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 824 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Bud Middle School's student population of 824 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
824 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Red Bud Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Bud Middle School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#904 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
2%
36%
White
80%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
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 #904 out of 2,204 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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?
824 students attend Red Bud Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Red Bud Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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
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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