Serving 200 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy's student population of 200 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Burgundy and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9144 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
55%
5%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy is ranked #9144 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy?
200 students attend Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy?
Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy part of?
Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy located?
Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy is located in the Silver Terrace neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Silver Terrace.
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