Charles R Drew Middle School

Talladega County
78975 Al Hwy 77
Lincoln, AL 35096
478 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Charles R. Drew Middle School, located in Lincoln, Alabama, is part of the Talladega County School District. Serving students in the surrounding community, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes both academic achievement and personal development. As a middle school, it acts as a bridge between elementary and high school, emphasizing the social, emotional, and cognitive growth necessary for students during their formative adolescent years.

The school is committed to preparing its students for future success through a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with state educational standards. Beyond traditional academics, Charles R. Drew Middle School encourages student engagement through various extracurricular activities and school programs, aiming to build a well-rounded student body. By utilizing local resources and maintaining a connection to the Talladega County community, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential.
478
Total Students
24.3
Full-Time Teachers
19.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
54.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    305 (63.8 %)
  • Black
    147 (30.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    18 (3.8 %)
  • Two or More
    7 (1.5 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Talladega County
Phone: (256)315-5280
Website: http://dms.tcboe.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 478
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 261
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 149
Grade 7 146
Grade 8 183
Gender Ratio