Charles R. Drew High School vs Riverdale High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 3.3 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
Riverdale High School
Riverdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,359 students
| Measure | Charles R. Drew High School Riverdale, Georgia | Riverdale High School Riverdale, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #392 of 431 | #395 of 431 |
| National rank | #16270 of 16,910 | #16330 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,708 | 1,359 |
| Enrollment | 1,708 | 1,359 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 16% |
| city | Riverdale | Riverdale |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.6 vs 13.1).
- •Riverdale High School does better on math proficiency (16% vs 15%).
- •Riverdale High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Charles R. Drew High School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 19.4).
- •Charles R. Drew High School is the larger school with 1,708 students compared with 1,359.
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 Riverdale 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 Riverdale High School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Riverdale and Riverdale in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles R. Drew High School: 1,708. Riverdale High School: 1,359. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles R. Drew High School and Riverdale High School rank in Georgia?
Charles R. Drew High School is 392nd of 431 and Riverdale High School is 395th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).