Serving 267 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 12:1 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 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frederick Douglass School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Frederick Douglass School's student population of 267 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frederick Douglass School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick Douglass School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2934 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
91%
17%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
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 #2934 out of 3,241 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
267 students attend Frederick Douglass School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Frederick Douglass School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frederick Douglass School?
Frederick Douglass School has a student ration of 12:1, 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
What school district is Frederick Douglass School part of?
Frederick Douglass School is part of Cincinnati Public Schools 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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