Serving 1,663 students in grades 9-12, Charles R. Drew High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles R. Drew High School's student population of 1,663 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles R. Drew High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles R. Drew High School is 0.51, 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
#1760 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
31%
18%
Black
63%
36%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
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 High School's ranking?
Charles R. Drew High School is ranked #1760 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Charles R. Drew High School often compared to?
Charles R. Drew High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Park High School, Jonesboro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charles R. Drew High School?
The graduation rate of Charles R. Drew High School is 76%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Charles R. Drew High School?
1,663 students attend Charles R. Drew High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Charles R. Drew High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles R. Drew High School?
Charles R. Drew High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles R. Drew High School offer ?
Charles R. Drew High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Charles R. Drew High School part of?
Charles R. Drew High School is part of Clayton County School District.
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