Serving 229 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Frederick Douglass School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frederick Douglass Elementary School serves the southeast area of Cincinnati, OH, covering approximately 1.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most residents living within 0.9 miles of the school and the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frederick Douglass School's student population of 229 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Today will decide if I succeed or fail tomorrow. I am going to be successful today in each and every way. I will do my best. I will pass. Life is a test. I will not fail.
School Rankings
Frederick Douglass School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick Douglass School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2829 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
85%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
Showing 2005–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Douglass School's ranking?
Frederick Douglass School is ranked #2829 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Frederick Douglass School often compared to?
Frederick Douglass Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spencer Center For Gifted And Exceptional Students by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Frederick Douglass School?
229 students attend Frederick Douglass School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Frederick Douglass School students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frederick Douglass School?
Frederick Douglass School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Frederick Douglass School offer ?
Frederick Douglass School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frederick Douglass School part of?
Frederick Douglass School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Frederick Douglass School located?
Frederick Douglass School is located in the Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Walnut Hills.
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