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#1350 of 1,851 schools in VA
Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary
Elementary School · Arlington County Public Schools
3500 South 23rd Street, Arlington, VA 22206
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,350 of 1,851
In Arlington
#32 of 36
public schools
In district
#32 of 36
Arlington County Public Schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary
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About Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary
Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary is a public elementary school in Arlington, VA, part of Arlington County Public Schools.
Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,350 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary — Students at Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.
How Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary Compares
See how Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3500 South 23rd Street, Arlington, VA 22206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montessori Public School of Arlington (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Alexandria), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hoffman-Boston Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Charles Barrett Elementary Alexandria | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Abingdon Elementary Arlington | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Randolph Elementary Arlington | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| METTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arlington | 1.0 mi | — |
| Oakridge Elementary Arlington | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Arlington Community High Arlington | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Gunston Middle Arlington | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Montessori Public School of Arlington Arlington | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Claremont Immersion Arlington | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Hoffman-Boston Elementary Arlington | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arlington | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT GRADE SCHOOL & EARLY CHILDHOOD C Alexandria | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| WEST ALEX GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI Alexandria | 1.2 mi | — |
| Jefferson Middle Arlington | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| George Mason Elementary Alexandria | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| EPISCOPAL HIGH SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| GRACE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Alice West Fleet Elementary Arlington | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST RITA SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| VERITAS COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Arlington | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,472
Median Home Value
$569,700
Median Rent
$2,332/mo
Population
20,678
College Educated
75.8%
Homeownership
45.9%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
35.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Apple Pie Ridge Elementary Winchester, VA | 5.0 |
| Appomattox Primary Appomattox, VA | 5.0 |
| B.C. Charles Elementary Newport News, VA | 5.0 |
| Barcroft Elementary Arlington, VA | 5.0 |
| Bland County Elementary Bland, VA | 5.0 |
| Bucknell Elementary Alexandria, VA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary
What grades does Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary serve?
Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary?
Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary rank in VA?
Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary ranks #1,350 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary a charter school?
No, Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary?
70.1% of students at Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 435
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Arlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (703) 228-5825
Resources & Links
District
Arlington County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 27,508
- Schools in District
- 42
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,424
- District Rank
- #32 of 36
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