CHARLES R DREW K-8 CENTER

CHARLES R DREW K-8 CENTER is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 579 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, CHARLES R DREW K-8 CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Charles R. Drew K-8 Center is a public school located in the Liberty City neighborhood of Miami, Florida, and is part of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the school is named in honor of Dr. Charles Richard Drew, a pioneering African American surgeon and medical researcher known for his revolutionary work in blood plasma preservation. The school’s mission emphasizes creating a nurturing and academically rigorous environment that prepares students for success in high school and beyond.

The campus functions as a central community pillar, offering a comprehensive curriculum that integrates core academic subjects with opportunities for student growth. As a K-8 center, it provides a unique educational setting that allows for long-term mentorship between staff and students throughout their formative years. The school is committed to fostering a culture of excellence, equity, and civic responsibility, often engaging with the surrounding Miami community to support the holistic development of its student body.

For more information, contact CHARLES R DREW K-8 CENTER at (305) 691-8021 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.