Very Good
#1011 of 3,190 schools in MI
Top 32% in state
Charles R Drew Transition Center
School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
9600 Wyoming Street, Detroit, MI 48204
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 27 schools in Detroit. Learn more
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
15 – 15
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
15 – 15
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Detroit
#5 of 28
public schools
In district
#30 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
School environment
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Charles R Drew Transition Center
Charles R Drew Transition Center serves 207 students in Detroit's 48204 ZIP code area, offering specialized educational services with an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 4.3 to 1. With 48 full-time equivalent teachers, this regular public school provides intensive individualized attention that has contributed to its impressive MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranking as the 52nd best school out of 3,204 schools statewide, placing it in the 98th percentile in Michigan. The school's unique structure focuses on transitional education, serving students who benefit from smaller class sizes and more personalized instruction.
This specialized approach appears to be highly effective, as evidenced by the school's outstanding state ranking despite serving a community where many families face economic challenges. Located on Wyoming Street in Detroit, the school operates within a neighborhood where the median household income is $29,224 and about 36% of residents live below the poverty line. The surrounding community has a median home value of $46,600, reflecting the area's affordable housing landscape.
Charles R Drew Transition Center stands as a beacon of educational excellence in this densely populated urban environment, providing crucial transitional services to Detroit students.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 4.3:1, Charles R Drew Transition Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Charles R Drew Transition Center Compares
See how Charles R Drew Transition Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9600 Wyoming Street, Detroit, MI 48204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles R Drew Transition Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Keidan Special Education Center (rated 9.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McDonald Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Barton Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mackenzie ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Barton Elementary School Detroit | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Noble ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| McDonald Elementary School Dearborn | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Flagship Charter Academy Detroit | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Hope Academy Detroit | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Riverside Academy Dearborn | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Iris Becker Elementary School Dearborn | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| McCollough Elementary School Dearborn | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Keidan Special Education Center Detroit | 1.5 mi | 9.7 |
| Unis Middle School Dearborn | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC ACADEMY Detroit | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| GREAT REVELATIONS ACADEMY Dearborn | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Lowrey Middle School Dearborn | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Lowrey Elementary School Dearborn | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Priest ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Oakman Elementary School Dearborn | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Riverside Academy West Campus Dearborn | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| LOYOLA HIGH SCHOOL Detroit | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Munger ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,875
Median Home Value
$53,600
Median Rent
$970/mo
Population
19,723
College Educated
10.2%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
36.4%
Median Age
41
Community Profile
The community surrounding Charles R Drew Transition Center has a median household income of $32,875. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $53,600, with a median rent of $970/month. The area has a poverty rate of 36.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles R Drew Transition Center
What grades does Charles R Drew Transition Center serve?
Charles R Drew Transition Center serves students in grades 15 through 15.
How many students attend Charles R Drew Transition Center?
Charles R Drew Transition Center has an enrollment of approximately 207 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles R Drew Transition Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles R Drew Transition Center is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles R Drew Transition Center rank in MI?
Charles R Drew Transition Center is ranked #1011 out of 3,190 schools in MI.
What is Charles R Drew Transition Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles R Drew Transition Center has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Charles R Drew Transition Center a charter school?
No, Charles R Drew Transition Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles R Drew Transition Center a Title I school?
No, Charles R Drew Transition Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles R Drew Transition Center?
72.0% of students at Charles R Drew Transition Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 15 – 15
- Enrollment
- 207
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (313) 873-6880
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #30 of 99
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