Frederick Douglass Academy, is a co-educational public school for grades 6-12 located in West Harlem, New York City. The school offers an SAT prep course program and a variety of Advanced Placement college courses that students can apply for starting in 10th grade.
Serving 708 students in grades 6-12, Frederick Douglass Academy 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 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frederick Douglass Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Frederick Douglass Academy's student population of 708 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Mascot
Lions
School Rankings
Frederick Douglass Academy 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 is 0.54, 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
#3269 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
33%
30%
Black
60%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
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: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Douglass Academy's ranking?
Frederick Douglass Academy is ranked #3269 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Frederick Douglass Academy often compared to?
Frederick Douglass Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Stuyvesant High School, Eleanor Roosevelt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frederick Douglass Academy?
The graduation rate of Frederick Douglass Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Frederick Douglass Academy?
708 students attend Frederick Douglass Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Frederick Douglass Academy students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frederick Douglass Academy?
Frederick Douglass Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frederick Douglass Academy offer ?
Frederick Douglass Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frederick Douglass Academy part of?
Frederick Douglass Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 5 School District.
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