Serving 292 students in grades 9-12, Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Frederick Douglass Academy VII High School serves a large attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 12.3 miles, and the furthest edge located 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School's student population of 292 students has grown by 104% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High 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 Vii High School is 0.44, 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
#2782 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
28%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School's ranking?
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School is ranked #2782 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School often compared to?
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn School For Math And Research, Brooklyn Lab School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School?
The graduation rate of Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School?
292 students attend Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School?
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School offer ?
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School part of?
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School is part of New York City Geographic District #23.
In what neighborhood is Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School located?
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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