School Overview
James Earl Rudder High School, located in Bryan, Texas, is a comprehensive public secondary school serving students in the Bryan Independent School District. The school is named in honor of James Earl Rudder, a distinguished military leader, former president of Texas A&M University, and former Land Commissioner of Texas. As a prominent educational hub in the Brazos Valley, the school offers a diverse range of academic programs, including Advanced Placement (AP) and dual-credit courses, alongside a variety of Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Rudder High School fosters a vibrant campus culture through a robust selection of extracurricular activities, including UIL-sanctioned athletics, fine arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs. The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and school spirit, often referred to as the "Rudder Rangers" identity. By balancing rigorous academic standards with a supportive environment for personal growth, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to contribute positively to their local community and beyond.
1,697
Total Students
127.9
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JAMES EARL RUDDER H S
Demographic Student Count
White238
Hispanic1,103
Black315
Asian5
Two or More29
American Indian5
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    1,103 (65.0%)
  • Black
    315 (18.6%)
  • White
    238 (14.0%)
  • Two or More
    29 (1.7%)
  • Asian
    5 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: BRYAN ISD
Phone: (979)209-7900
Website: http://rudderhs.bryanisd.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,697
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 127.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,350
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 36
Grades Taught
Grade 9 539
Grade 10 404
Grade 11 397
Grade 12 357

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for JAMES EARL RUDDER H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9539
Grade 10404
Grade 11397
Grade 12357
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for JAMES EARL RUDDER H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female83149%
Male86651%