Excellent
#432 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 11% in state
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary
Elementary School · MIAMI-DADE
314 NW 12TH ST, Miami, FL 33136
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#432 of 3,778
In Miami
#58 of 280
public schools
In district
#92 of 497
MIAMI-DADE
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Frederick R. Douglass Elementary
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary is a public elementary school in Miami, FL, part of MIAMI-DADE. Frederick R.
Douglass Elementary serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederick R. Douglass Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #432 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Frederick R. Douglass Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Frederick R. Douglass Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Frederick R. Douglass Elementary — Students at Frederick R. Douglass Elementary score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Frederick R. Douglass Elementary Compares
See how Frederick R. Douglass Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
314 NW 12TH ST, Miami, FL 33136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frederick R. Douglass Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ADA MERRITT K-8 CENTER (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MATER PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DEBBIE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,481
Median Home Value
$352,700
Median Rent
$1,337/mo
Population
16,611
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
12.2%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
31.5%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| MAGNOLIA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Lakeland, FL | 8.5 |
| MI ESCUELA MONTESSORI Lakeland, FL | 8.5 |
| THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER Palatka, FL | 8.5 |
| THEODORE ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocoa Beach, FL | 8.5 |
| ATLANTIC MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL WEST CAMPUS Davie, FL | 8.6 |
| BEAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frederick R. Douglass Elementary
What grades does Frederick R. Douglass Elementary serve?
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Frederick R. Douglass Elementary?
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederick R. Douglass Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Frederick R. Douglass Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frederick R. Douglass Elementary rank in FL?
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary ranks #432 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Frederick R. Douglass Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Frederick R. Douglass Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederick R. Douglass Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Frederick R. Douglass Elementary a charter school?
No, Frederick R. Douglass Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frederick R. Douglass Elementary a Title I school?
No, Frederick R. Douglass Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frederick R. Douglass Elementary?
70.2% of students at Frederick R. Douglass Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.3%
- Phone
- (305) 371-4687
Resources & Links
District
MIAMI-DADE- District Enrollment
- 335,500
- Schools in District
- 536
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,066
- District Rank
- #92 of 497
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