CHARLES DREW CHARTER SCHOOL JA/SA

Charles Drew Charter School JA/SA is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Atlanta Public Schools school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 766 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th 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 65 teachers, Charles Drew Charter School JA/SA has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 Drew Charter School (Junior and Senior Academy) is a prominent public charter school located in the East Lake neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. Serving grades 6 through 12, the school is a critical component of the East Lake Foundation’s holistic community revitalization project. It operates with a mission to provide a high-quality, innovative education that prepares students for success in college and beyond, emphasizing project-based learning and the development of the "whole child."

The school is well-regarded for its rigorous academic standards and its commitment to fostering a culture of excellence and equity. As an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, it offers a challenging curriculum that encourages critical thinking and global-mindedness. Beyond academics, Charles Drew Charter is known for its strong focus on community engagement, arts integration, and athletics, aiming to equip students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds with the skills, character, and vision necessary to become leaders in their future communities.

For more information, contact Charles Drew Charter School JA/SA at (404) 687-0001 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.