Serving 925 students in grades 6-12, Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy's student population of 925 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
925 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#587 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
75%
36%
White
17%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy's ranking?
Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy is ranked #587 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy?
The graduation rate of Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy?
925 students attend Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy students are Black, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy?
Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy offer ?
Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy part of?
Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy located?
Charles Drew Charter Ja/sr Academy 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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