Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School is a coeducational public high school in New York City, located at 5800 20th Avenue in the borough of Brooklyn. It is a zoned/public high school, with an enrollment of approximately 3,700 students, encompassing grades 9–12.
Serving 3,430 students in grades 9-12, Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School's student population of 3,430 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 248 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
248 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Rankings
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1398 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
35%
10%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
7%
16%
White
16%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School's ranking?
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School is ranked #1398 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School often compared to?
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Utrecht High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School?
The graduation rate of Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School is 74%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School?
3,430 students attend Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School?
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School offer ?
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School part of?
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School located?
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School is located in the Mapleton neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in Mapleton.
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