Charles R Drew Transition Center serves 257 students inquire with school.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles R Drew Transition Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Charles R Drew Transition Center's student population of 257 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Charles R Drew Transition Center is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
91%
18%
White
3%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Charles R Drew Transition Center?
257 students attend Charles R Drew Transition Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Charles R Drew Transition Center students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles R Drew Transition Center?
Charles R Drew Transition Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What school district is Charles R Drew Transition Center part of?
Charles R Drew Transition Center is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles R Drew Transition Center located?
Charles R Drew Transition Center is located in the Barton McFarland neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Barton McFarland.
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