Charles R Drew Middle School

About Charles R Drew Middle School

Charles R Drew Middle School is a public school located in Los Angeles, California. It is part of the Los Angeles Unified School District and serves students in grades 6-8. The school was named after Charles R. Drew, a pioneering African American physician and surgeon.
At Charles R Drew Middle School, students are encouraged to explore their interests and develop their skills in a safe and supportive learning environment. The school offers a wide range of academic and extracurricular activities, including athletics, music, art, and technology. The school also provides students with access to mental health and wellness services.
Charles R Drew Middle School is committed to helping all students reach their full potential. The school has a strong focus on developing students’ critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. The school also emphasizes the importance of collaboration and teamwork.
Charles R Drew Middle School is dedicated to providing students with a quality education and preparing them for success in high school and beyond. The school strives to create a culture of respect and inclusion that promotes a sense of belonging and community.

Address:	78975 Al Hwy 77 Lincoln, AL 35096
Phone:	(256) 315-5280
Site:	dms.tcboe.org
Grades:	6 – 8
Enrollment:	485 students

Overview Charles R Drew Middle School

Charles R Drew Middle School serves 485 students in grades 6-8.
Charles R Drew Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).

Verdict on Charles R Drew Middle School

Charles R Drew Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Charles R Drew Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.