Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Charles R Drew K-8 Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles R Drew K-8 Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Charles R Drew K-8 Center's student population of 451 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles R Drew K-8 Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles R Drew K-8 Center is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3347 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
36%
Black
91%
21%
White
1%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles R Drew K-8 Center's ranking?
Charles R Drew K-8 Center is ranked #3347 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Charles R Drew K-8 Center often compared to?
Charles R Drew K-8 Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Morningside K-8 Academy, Madison Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Charles R Drew K-8 Center?
451 students attend Charles R Drew K-8 Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Charles R Drew K-8 Center students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles R Drew K-8 Center?
Charles R Drew K-8 Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Charles R Drew K-8 Center offer ?
Charles R Drew K-8 Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Charles R Drew K-8 Center part of?
Charles R Drew K-8 Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 8/6/2019
I graduated from this school and I love this school .. Every time I walk in The school it bring back old memories.. I used to have .. Its very clean and have security's everywhere in the building to keep the children even the staff safe . The teachers are very well respected when you ask them question .. the children are respectful and happy .... the staff are nice ...I am glad to say I am a true RAM .......
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