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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Inspire. Empower.
Average Class Size
20 students
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
2%
36%
White
76%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gordon County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
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, Sonoraville Elementary School, Swain 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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