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Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
2111 CROTONA AVE, Bronx, NY 10457
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,264 of 4,742
In Bronx
#387 of 452
public schools
In district
#40 of 46
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12
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About Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School
Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School is a public middle school in Bronx, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12. Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School serves approximately 182 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,264 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 182 students, Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle 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.
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
67% of students at Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle 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 V Middle School — Students at Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.6/10.
How Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School Compares
See how Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2111 CROTONA AVE, Bronx, NY 10457
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JHS 118 WILLIAM W NILES (rated 6.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MS 129 ACADEMY FOR INDEPENDENT LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP (rated 5.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY III (rated 5.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,911
Median Home Value
$336,900
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
79,375
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
6.2%
Avg Commute
44.6 min
Poverty Rate
34.1%
Median Age
31.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School
What grades does Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School serve?
Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School?
Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School is 7.3:1. 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 V Middle School rank in NY?
Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School ranks #4,264 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 V Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School a charter school?
No, Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School a Title I school?
No, Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School?
97.3% of students at Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 182
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.0%
- Phone
- (718) 561-1617
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #12- District Enrollment
- 17,376
- Schools in District
- 47
- District Rank
- #40 of 46
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