CHARLES DREW MIDDLE SCHOOL

Charles Drew Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Los Angeles, CA with about 802 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade 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 36 teachers, Charles Drew Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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 Middle School, located at 8511 Compton Avenue in the Florence-Firestone area of Los Angeles, is a public middle school serving students within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Named in honor of Dr. Charles R. Drew, the pioneering African American physician and medical researcher famous for his work on blood plasma preservation, the school reflects a commitment to providing academic opportunities within the South Los Angeles community.

The school operates as part of the broader LAUSD infrastructure, offering a standard middle school curriculum aimed at preparing students for high school transition. As a staple in the local neighborhood, the campus serves as an educational hub that focuses on student development, community engagement, and the core academic standards mandated by the district. Families interested in specific programs, extracurricular offerings, or enrollment details can find more information through the official LAUSD school portal.

For more information, contact Charles Drew Middle at (323) 826-1700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.