Charles R Drew Middle School

78975 Al Hwy 77
Lincoln, AL 35096
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 493 students in grades 6-8, Charles R Drew Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 493 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 50% in AL
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Charles R Drew Middle School's student population of 493 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
493 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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School Rankings

Charles R Drew Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles R Drew Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (AL)
#574 out of 1276 schools
(Top 50%)
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15%
24%
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49%
46%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
18:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
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Hispanic
3%
10%
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Black
31%
32%
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White
65%
53%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.49
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
44%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Charles R Drew Middle School's ranking?
Charles R Drew Middle School is ranked #574 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Charles R Drew Middle School often compared to?
Charles R Drew Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln High School, Lincoln Elementary School, Munford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Charles R Drew Middle School?
493 students attend Charles R Drew Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Charles R Drew Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles R Drew Middle School?
Charles R Drew Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Charles R Drew Middle School offer ?
Charles R Drew Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Charles R Drew Middle School part of?
Charles R Drew Middle School is part of Talladega County School District.

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Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 493 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education

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