Frederick Douglass High School is a public high school located on the eastern side of Lexington, Kentucky, United States. The school is one of six high schools in the Fayette County Public Schools district and was constructed to reduce overcrowding at Bryan Station High School and Henry Clay High School.
Serving 1,719 students in grades 9-12, Frederick Douglass High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frederick Douglass High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Frederick Douglass High School's student population of 1,719 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
2017
Colors
Keeneland Green; Orange
School Rankings
Frederick Douglass High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick Douglass High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#430 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
16%
10%
Black
30%
11%
White
44%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Douglass High School's ranking?
Frederick Douglass High School is ranked #430 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Frederick Douglass High School often compared to?
Frederick Douglass High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette High School, Bryan Station High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frederick Douglass High School?
The graduation rate of Frederick Douglass High School is 89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Frederick Douglass High School?
1,719 students attend Frederick Douglass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Frederick Douglass High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frederick Douglass High School?
Frederick Douglass High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Frederick Douglass High School offer ?
Frederick Douglass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frederick Douglass High School part of?
Frederick Douglass High School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Frederick Douglass High School located?
Frederick Douglass High School is located in the Hamburg Area neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 4 other public schools located in Hamburg Area.
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