Needs Improvement
#8953 of 9,539 schools in CA
Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
50 Pomona Ave., San Francisco, CA 94124
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,953 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#112 of 120
public schools
In district
#96 of 103
San Francisco Unified
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About Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy
Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #8,953 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 187 students, Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy runs 23.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
60% of students at Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy — Students at Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 Pomona Ave., San Francisco, CA 94124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALTA VISTA SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Bayview Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Carver (George Washington) Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Marshall (Thurgood) High San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| KIPP San Francisco College Preparatory San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| KIPP Bayview Academy San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Malcolm X Academy San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 2.2 |
| RISE UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Rise University Preparatory San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| KIPP Bayview Elementary San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Harte (Bret) Elementary San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ALTA VISTA SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| The Neos Bayview Academy San Francisco | 1.0 mi | — |
| Burton (Phillip and Sala) Academic High San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| El Dorado Elementary San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Revere (Paul) Elementary San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Lavenia Rochelle Academy San Francisco | 1.1 mi | — |
| MEADOWS-LIVINGSTONE SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.4 mi | — |
| Meadows-livingstone school San Francisco | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,928
Median Home Value
$1,043,200
Median Rent
$1,368/mo
Population
36,226
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
50.4%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arroyo Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 3.6 |
| Carl B. Munck Elementary Oakland, CA | 3.6 |
| Grayson Elementary Westley, CA | 3.6 |
| Holmes Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 3.6 |
| Manhattan Place Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 3.6 |
| Mariano Castro Elementary Mountain View, CA | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy
What grades does Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy serve?
Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy?
Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy rank in CA?
Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy ranks #8,953 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy a charter school?
No, Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy?
64.2% of students at Drew (charles) College Preparatory Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.4%
- Phone
- (415) 330-1526
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #96 of 103
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