Charles R. Drew High School vs Forest Park High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles R. Drew High School
Riverdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,708 students
Forest Park High School
Forest Park · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,711 students
| Measure | Charles R. Drew High School Riverdale, Georgia | Forest Park High School Forest Park, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #392 of 431 | #386 of 431 |
| National rank | #16270 of 16,910 | #16187 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,708 | 1,711 |
| Enrollment | 1,708 | 1,711 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 13% |
| city | Riverdale | Forest Park |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.6 vs 14.1).
- •Charles R. Drew High School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 13%).
- •Forest Park High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Forest Park High School does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 17.8).
- •Forest Park High School is the larger school with 1,711 students compared with 1,708.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Charles R. Drew High School better than Forest Park High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Charles R. Drew High School and Forest Park High School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Riverdale and Forest Park in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles R. Drew High School: 1,708. Forest Park High School: 1,711. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles R. Drew High School and Forest Park High School rank in Georgia?
Charles R. Drew High School is 392nd of 431 and Forest Park High School is 386th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).