Below Average
#1049 of 1,288 schools in LA
Frederick Douglass Community School
Middle School · Jefferson Parish
1400 Huey P Long Ave, Gretna, LA 70053
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,049 of 1,288
In Gretna
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#56 of 74
Jefferson Parish
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Frederick Douglass Community School
Middle School in Gretna · grades 3rd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Frederick Douglass Community School
Frederick Douglass Community School is a public middle school in Gretna, LA, part of Jefferson Parish. Frederick Douglass Community School serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederick Douglass Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,049 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Frederick Douglass Community School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- LA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, Frederick Douglass Community School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Frederick Douglass Community School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Frederick Douglass Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Frederick Douglass Community School — Students at Frederick Douglass Community School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.9/10.
How Frederick Douglass Community School Compares
See how Frederick Douglass Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1400 Huey P Long Ave, Gretna, LA 70053
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frederick Douglass Community School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ruppel Academie Francaise (rated 9.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby New Orleans), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gretna, see our Gretna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ruppel Academie Francaise Gretna | 0.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Gretna No. 2 Academy for Advanced Studies Gretna | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| JCFA Harvey | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| William Hart Elementary School Gretna | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Shirley Johnson/Gretna Park Elementary School Gretna | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Thomas Jefferson High School for Advanced Studies Gretna | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| West Jefferson High School Harvey | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| McDonogh 26/Homedale Elementary School Gretna | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| RAPHAEL ACADEMY New Orleans | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Gretna | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Young Audiences Charter School New Orleans | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Terrytown Elementary School Terrytown | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Young Audiences Charter High School Gretna | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ReNEW Laurel Elementary New Orleans | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ST CLETUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gretna | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| ST ROSALIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harvey | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MICHAEL SPECIAL SCHOOL New Orleans | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL New Orleans | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI Terrytown | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL New Orleans | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,786
Median Home Value
$225,700
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
16,409
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
26.6%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belle Rose Middle School Belle Rose, LA | 5.1 |
| Eva Legard Learning Center Baton Rouge, LA | 5.4 |
| Delhi Middle School Delhi, LA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frederick Douglass Community School
What grades does Frederick Douglass Community School serve?
Frederick Douglass Community School serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.
How many students attend Frederick Douglass Community School?
Frederick Douglass Community School has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass Community School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frederick Douglass Community School rank in LA?
Frederick Douglass Community School ranks #1,049 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Frederick Douglass Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Frederick Douglass Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Douglass Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederick Douglass Community School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Frederick Douglass Community School a charter school?
No, Frederick Douglass Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frederick Douglass Community School a Title I school?
No, Frederick Douglass Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frederick Douglass Community School?
80.0% of students at Frederick Douglass Community School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 85
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 96.5%
- Phone
- (504) 371-4651
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson Parish- District Enrollment
- 50,467
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,155
- District Rank
- #56 of 74
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