Serving 1,161 students in grades 9-12, Frederick Douglass High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frederick Douglass High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Frederick Douglass High School's student population of 1,161 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frederick Douglass High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick Douglass High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#443 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
87%
33%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
19 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field, Volley Ball, Winter Track, Wrestling
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Anime Club, Belle Couture Modeling Club, Debate Team, Drama Club, French Club, IB Ambassadors Club, Japan Exchange Program, Leo Club, Mock Trial, Multicultural Club, National Honor Society, Photography Club, Student Government Association
Anime Club, Belle Couture Modeling Club, Debate Team, Drama Club, French Club, IB Ambassadors Club, Japan Exchange Program, Leo Club, Mock Trial, Multicultural Club, National Honor Society, Photography Club, Student Government Association
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Frederick Douglass High School is anInternational Baccalaureate World School, offering a Middle Years Programme and a Diploma Programme. Students who receive an IB Diploma can be granted a significant amount of college credit depending on the university they attend along with being well prepared for success in college and in careers in the global market. FDHS is the most successful IB Diploma Programme in the Prince George's County Public Schools system, with 44% of DP students receiving IB Diplomas in 2016. FDHS also boasts a graduation rate of 92.6%. There are also great extra curricular activities and sports programs at FDHS. Students can participate on the Debate or Mock Trial teams, international travel through the Japan exchange program and World Language trips or focus on community service in the Leo or IB Ambassadors clubs. The football team won the Maryland State Championship in 2014, as well as the basketball, soccer and volleyball teams earning county division titles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Douglass High School's ranking?
Frederick Douglass High School is ranked #443 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frederick Douglass High School?
The graduation rate of Frederick Douglass High School is 93%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Frederick Douglass High School?
1,161 students attend Frederick Douglass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Frederick Douglass High School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frederick Douglass High School?
Frederick Douglass High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frederick Douglass High School offer ?
Frederick Douglass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Frederick Douglass High School part of?
Frederick Douglass High School is part of Prince George''s County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 5/9/2022
This school is fantastic. It has amazing academic opportunities, such as dissection and lab experiments. There are also a lot of extracurricular activities available and their art classes are great. The teachers are helpful and genuinely seem to care about their students. Plus, there are metal detectors as a safety precaution. It is one of the best schools that I have ever been to.
5 8/22/2011
Did you know that the FDHS class of 2011 earned over $3 million in scholarships? Nine FDHS fall sports teams touted a cumulative GPA of 2.95, 45 FDHS fall student- athletes earned at least a 3.25 GPA and were recognized by the State, and the 2011 FDHS Valedictorian was named a PG County student of the week.
By the way, FDHS consistently meets or exceeds the Adequate Yearly Progress measurement as defined by the US Government's No Child Left Behind Act. That accomplishment puts FDHS in a very small group of PG County public high schools.
The aforementioned statistics are just a snippet of the good things that are going on at Douglass. Good things that have become the norm despite the luke warm parental involvement. Are there issues at Douglass? Yes. Can those issues be resolved? Yes!
I am the current FDHS PTSA President, FDHS Parent, and a proponent of Public Education. I've found experienced teachers, caring administrators, and competent staff at Douglass. I am asking each of you to use your energies to "become the change you want to see" at Douglass. Join us in making Douglass the award winning school it is destined to be! (parents4fdhs@yahoo.com)
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