Reed-Custer High School

www.rc255.net

397 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Reed-Custer High School, located in Braidwood, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Reed-Custer Community Unit School District 255U. As a small-town high school, it is known for fostering a close-knit community atmosphere while maintaining a strong commitment to academic preparation and extracurricular engagement. The school’s mascot, the Comet, is a central symbol of the local identity, reflecting the pride and spirit embedded in the surrounding community.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Reed-Custer High School emphasizes a well-rounded student experience through a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and vocational opportunities. The district focuses on preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education or entering the workforce. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with modern initiatives, the school strives to provide a supportive environment that encourages students to achieve their personal best while remaining connected to the traditions of the Braidwood area.

397

Total Students

34.2

Full-Time Teachers

11.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Reed-Custer High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	330
Hispanic	50
Black	1
Two or More	15
American Indian	1

White
330 (83.1%)
Hispanic
50 (12.6%)
Two or More
15 (3.8%)
Black
1 (0.3%)
American Indian
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Reed Custer CUSD 255U
Phone:	(815)458-2166
Website:	http://www.rc255.net
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	397
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	34.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 95

Grade 10 97

Grade 11 100

Grade 12 105