Serving 310 students in grades 6-12, Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frederick Douglass Academy II Secondary School serves an attendance zone in New York, NY, covering approximately 2.7 square miles. The area is typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School's student population of 310 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School is 0.56, 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
#3571 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
32%
31%
Black
58%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pride
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School's ranking?
Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School is ranked #3571 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School often compared to?
Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Opportunity Charter School, Wadleigh Perf And Visual Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School is 80-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School?
310 students attend Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School?
Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School offer ?
Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School part of?
Frederick Douglass Academy Ii Secondary School is part of New York City Geographic District # 3.
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