Serving 1,665 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 8% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 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 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles R. Drew High School's student population of 1,665 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charles R. Drew High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles R. Drew High School is 0.54, 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
#1944 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
36%
19%
Black
58%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
59%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles R. Drew High School's ranking?
Charles R. Drew High School is ranked #1944 out of 2,204 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 Jonesboro High School, Forest Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charles R. Drew High School?
The graduation rate of Charles R. Drew High School is 77%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Charles R. Drew High School?
1,665 students attend Charles R. Drew High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Charles R. Drew High School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 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 17:1, 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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