Serving 961 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles R. Drew Charter School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 961 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles R. Drew Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Charles R. Drew Charter School's student population of 961 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
961 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
Eagles Inspire
School Rankings
Charles R. Drew Charter School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles R. Drew Charter School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#162 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
56%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles R. Drew Charter School's ranking?
Charles R. Drew Charter School is ranked #162 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Charles R. Drew Charter School often compared to?
Charles R. Drew Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atlanta Neighborhood Charter - Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Charles R. Drew Charter School?
961 students attend Charles R. Drew Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Charles R. Drew Charter School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles R. Drew Charter School?
Charles R. Drew Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles R. Drew Charter School offer ?
Charles R. Drew Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles R. Drew Charter School part of?
Charles R. Drew Charter School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles R. Drew Charter School located?
Charles R. Drew Charter School is located in the Villages of East Lake neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Villages of East Lake.
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