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.
1,769
Total Students
128.4
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JAMES EARL RUDDER H S
Demographic Student Count
White256
Hispanic1,136
Black337
Asian4
Two or More28
American Indian6
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    1,136 (64.2 %)
  • Black
    337 (19.1 %)
  • White
    256 (14.5 %)
  • Two or More
    28 (1.6 %)
  • American Indian
    6 (0.3 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.2 %)
  • 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: 1,769
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 128.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,350
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 36
Grades Taught
Grade 9 539
Grade 10 480
Grade 11 381
Grade 12 369

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for JAMES EARL RUDDER H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9539
Grade 10480
Grade 11381
Grade 12369
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for JAMES EARL RUDDER H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female87649.5%
Male89350.5%