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#2108 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 44% in state
Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
3630 3RD AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,108 of 4,742
In Bronx
#126 of 452
public schools
In district
#19 of 69
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School
Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School is a public high school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9. Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,108 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
69% of students at Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary 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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Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School — Students at Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.3%
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: 9.9/10.
How Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School Compares
See how Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary 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
3630 3RD AVE, Bronx, NY 10456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BRONX CENTER FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOTT HALL BRONX HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EXIMIUS COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IS 219 NEW VENTURE SCHOOL Bronx | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| KAPPA Bronx | 0.0 mi | 3.1 |
| EXIMIUS COLLEGE PREPARATORY ACADEMY: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| BRONX CENTER FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| WILDFLOWER NEW YORK CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 3.7 |
| HARRIET TUBMAN CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 55 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN Bronx | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BRONX 2 Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 63 AUTHOR'S ACADEMY Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.0 |
| MOTT HALL CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 132 GARRETT A MORGAN Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 110 THEODORE SCHOENFELD Bronx | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| MOTT HALL III Bronx | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| SOUTH BRONX CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL III Bronx | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| PS 42 CLAREMONT Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 1 Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 186 WALTER J DAMROSCH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| SOUTH BRONX COMMUNITY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR APPLIED MATH AND SCIENCE (THE) Bronx | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| MOTT HALL BRONX HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,676
Median Home Value
$428,800
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
86,958
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
6.6%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
36.8%
Median Age
33.6
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| BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF GLOBAL FINANCE (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 6.5 |
| BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY SERVICE Brooklyn, NY | 6.5 |
| BROOKLYN THEATRE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.5 |
| COBBLE HILL SCHOOL OF AMERICAN STUDIES Brooklyn, NY | 6.5 |
| DEPOSIT MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Deposit, NY | 6.5 |
| MANHATTAN ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND LANGUAGES New York, NY | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School
What grades does Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School serve?
Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School?
Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School rank in NY?
Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School ranks #2,108 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary 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 Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School a charter school?
No, Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School a Title I school?
No, Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School?
95.3% of students at Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 235
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.5%
- Phone
- (718) 538-9726
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9- District Enrollment
- 26,766
- Schools in District
- 69
- District Rank
- #19 of 69
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