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 3,403 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). 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 13:1 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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School serves an area in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a short drive of the school, typically 5-10 minutes away, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 2 miles from the school.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School's student population of 3,403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 253 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,403 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
253 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
Success Equals Diversity, Equity, Empowerment and Persistence
School Rankings
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School is 0.68, 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
#2035 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
37%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
74%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School's ranking?
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School is ranked #2035 out of 4,346 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 87.2%.
How many students attend Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School?
3,403 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, 37% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 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 13:1, 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.
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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