DR. CHARLES R. DREW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools school district, located in Silver Spring, MD with about 501 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 37 teachers, Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary School, located in the Cloverly area of Silver Spring, Maryland, is a public school serving students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. The school is named in honor of Dr. Charles R. Drew, a pioneering African American surgeon and medical researcher known for his groundbreaking work in blood plasma preservation. True to its namesake’s legacy of innovation and excellence, the school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to foster critical thinking, creativity, and a strong foundation in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies.

Beyond its academic focus, the school community places a high value on inclusivity and social-emotional development. With a diverse student body, the school utilizes various support programs and enrichment activities to meet the individual needs of its learners, ensuring a supportive environment for both high achievers and students requiring extra assistance. The school is well-integrated into the surrounding Silver Spring community, encouraging parent involvement and fostering a collaborative culture that aims to prepare students not only for academic success in middle school but also to become responsible and engaged citizens.

For more information, contact Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary at (301) 989-6030 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.