Below Average
#1132 of 1,363 schools in MD
Frederick Douglass High
High School · Baltimore City Public Schools
2301 Gwynns Falls Parkway, Baltimore, MD 21217
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,132 of 1,363
In Baltimore
#156 of 267
public schools
In district
#94 of 149
Baltimore City Public Schools
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Frederick Douglass High
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About Frederick Douglass High
Frederick Douglass High is a public high school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore City Public Schools. Frederick Douglass High serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederick Douglass High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,132 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Frederick Douglass High show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Frederick Douglass High 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.
93% of students at Frederick Douglass High 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 Douglass High — Students at Frederick Douglass High score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 27 test records from MD 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: 8.4/10.
How Frederick Douglass High Compares
See how Frederick Douglass High 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
2301 Gwynns Falls Parkway, Baltimore, MD 21217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frederick Douglass High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bard High School Early College (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Coppin Academy (rated 4.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ConneXions: A Community Based Arts School (rated 3.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,207
Median Home Value
$175,900
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
31,125
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
32.6%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
30.5%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frederick Douglass High
What grades does Frederick Douglass High serve?
Frederick Douglass High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Frederick Douglass High?
Frederick Douglass High has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass High?
The student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass High 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 Douglass High rank in MD?
Frederick Douglass High ranks #1,132 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Frederick Douglass High's MySchoolScout rating?
Frederick Douglass High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Douglass High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederick Douglass High has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Frederick Douglass High a charter school?
No, Frederick Douglass High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frederick Douglass High a Title I school?
No, Frederick Douglass High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frederick Douglass High?
86.1% of students at Frederick Douglass High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 712
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Baltimore city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 93.0%
- Phone
- (410) 396-7821
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
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District
Baltimore City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 75,811
- Schools in District
- 151
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,977
- District Rank
- #94 of 149
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