Serving 249 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School's student population of 249 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 146% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 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 0.40, 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
#2549 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)21-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
74%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School's ranking?
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School is ranked #2549 out of 4,377 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%.
How many students attend Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School?
249 students attend Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 2% 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 School District.
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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