Gordon Central High School vs Red Bud Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 7.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gordon Central High School
Calhoun · Public high · Grades 9–12
875 students
Red Bud Elementary School
Calhoun · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
547 students
| Measure | Gordon Central High School Calhoun, Georgia | Red Bud Elementary School Calhoun, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #205 of 431 | #751 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #11942 of 16,910 | #35603 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 875 | 547 |
| Enrollment | 875 | 547 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 46% |
| city | Calhoun | Calhoun |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gordon Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.1 vs 34.5).
- •Gordon Central High School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 46%).
- •Gordon Central High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Red Bud Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.9% vs 99%).
- •Red Bud Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 16.2).
- •Gordon Central High School is the larger school with 875 students compared with 547.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gordon Central High School better than Red Bud Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Gordon Central High School ranks higher (36.1 vs 34.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Gordon Central High School and Red Bud Elementary School?
About 7.7 km in a straight line, between Calhoun and Calhoun in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gordon Central High School: 875. Red Bud Elementary School: 547. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gordon Central High School and Red Bud Elementary School rank in Georgia?
Gordon Central High School is 205th of 431 and Red Bud Elementary School is 751st of 1,308 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).