Reed-Custer Middle School

School Overview
Reed-Custer Middle School, located in Braidwood, Illinois, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the Reed-Custer Community Unit School District 255U. The school is committed to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal growth, catering specifically to the developmental needs of students in the middle grades. By emphasizing both traditional curriculum and modern educational strategies, the school aims to prepare its student body for the challenges of high school and beyond, while maintaining a strong sense of community spirit under the "Comet" identity.

Beyond its core academics, the school places a significant focus on student engagement and character development. Reed-Custer Middle School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that encourage students to explore their interests, build leadership skills, and cultivate healthy social connections. With a dedicated faculty and a community-centered approach, the school strives to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best while contributing positively to the broader Braidwood community.
306
Total Students
28.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Reed-Custer Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White250
Hispanic44
Black1
Asian1
Two or More9
American Indian1
  • White
    250 (81.7%)
  • Hispanic
    44 (14.4%)
  • Two or More
    9 (2.9%)
  • Black
    1 (0.3%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle 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)458-2868
Website: http://www.rc255.net
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 306
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 110
Grade 7 91
Grade 8 105

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Reed-Custer Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6110
Grade 791
Grade 8105
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Reed-Custer Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14447.1%
Male16252.9%