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#2135 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 45% in state
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
5800 20TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Enrollment
3,430
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,430
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,135 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#280 of 570
public schools
In district
#41 of 45
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School serves approximately 3,430 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,135 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School is a large school: 3,430 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
39% of students at Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School 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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Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School — Students at Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY 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: 8.3/10.
How Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School Compares
See how Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School 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
5800 20TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TOMER DEVORAH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BAIS YAAKOV D'RAV MEIR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TIFERES MIRIAM SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 4.9/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TALMUD TORAH OF BOBOV 45 Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA KARLIN STOLIN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLER Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| TALMUD TORAH IMREI CHAIM Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| PS 48 MAPLETON Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| BARKAI FOUNDATION INC. Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| YESHIVA & MESIFTA CHASAN SOFER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA & MISIVTA TIFERES ELIMELECH Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 205 CLARION Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 226 ALFRED DE B MASON Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| SEEALL ACADEMY (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 231 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| TOMER DEVORAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 247 Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF 18TH AVE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| TIFERES MIRIAM SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| BAIS SARAH-EDUC SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| BAIS YAAKOV D'RAV MEIR HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| BETH JACOB DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,588
Median Home Value
$1,097,200
Median Rent
$1,751/mo
Population
81,368
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
35.3%
Avg Commute
40.6 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WILLIAM FLOYD HIGH SCHOOL Mastic Beach, NY | 6.4 |
| CENTRAL ISLIP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Central Islip, NY | 6.8 |
| JOHN BOWNE HIGH SCHOOL Flushing, NY | 6.2 |
| LIVERPOOL HIGH SCHOOL Liverpool, NY | 6.8 |
| FORT HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.9 |
| JAMES MADISON HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School
What grades does Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School serve?
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School?
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School has an enrollment of approximately 3,430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School rank in NY?
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School ranks #2,135 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School a charter school?
No, Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School a Title I school?
No, Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School?
81.6% of students at Franklin Delano Roosevelt High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3,430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 247
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (718) 621-8800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 71.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20- District Enrollment
- 46,673
- Schools in District
- 45
- District Rank
- #41 of 45
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