MONROE/RANDOLPH RED BRICK SCHOOL

Monroe/Randolph Red Brick Sch is a public school that is part of the Monroe/Randolph ROE school district, located in Red Bud, IL with about 20 students. With about 3 teachers, Monroe/Randolph Red Brick Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The **Monroe/Randolph Red Brick School**, located at 6137 Beck Road in Red Bud, Illinois, is a historically significant site that serves as a living piece of local educational history. Originally established in the late 19th century, the schoolhouse is a classic example of the "one-room school" architecture that once defined the rural Illinois landscape. Constructed with the signature red brick that gives the site its name, the building has been preserved as a cultural landmark, offering a glimpse into the academic environment of the 1800s and early 1900s for students in the Monroe and Randolph County region.

Today, the site functions primarily as a historic resource rather than a traditional active K-12 school. It is frequently associated with local historical societies and educational initiatives aimed at teaching modern students about the evolution of the American school system. By maintaining the integrity of the original structure, the Red Brick School serves as a community touchstone that preserves the heritage of rural education, reflecting the values and challenges faced by past generations in Southern Illinois.

For more information, contact Monroe/Randolph Red Brick Sch at (618) 473-2222 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.