Serving 450 students in grades 6-8, Charles R Drew Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles R Drew Middle School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles R Drew Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles R Drew Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#617 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
31%
32%
White
63%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles R Drew Middle School's ranking?
Charles R Drew Middle School is ranked #617 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Charles R Drew Middle School often compared to?
Charles R Drew Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln High School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Charles R Drew Middle School?
450 students attend Charles R Drew Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Charles R Drew Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles R Drew Middle School?
Charles R Drew Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charles R Drew Middle School offer ?
Charles R Drew Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Charles R Drew Middle School part of?
Charles R Drew Middle School is part of Talladega County School District.
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