Very Good
#1378 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 29% in state
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
226 BRISTOL ST, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,378 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#163 of 570
public schools
In district
#4 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23. Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,378 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
41% of students at Frederick Douglass Academy Vii 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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Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School — Students at Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
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: 9.0/10.
How Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School Compares
See how Frederick Douglass Academy Vii 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
226 BRISTOL ST, Brooklyn, NY 11212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. RIVERDALE AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is BROWNSVILLE COLLABORATIVE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CHRISTOPHER AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TEACHERS PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| PS/IS 323 Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 3.3 |
| MOTT HALL BRIDGES ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| SID MILLER ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 327 DR ROSE B ENGLISH Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| GREGORY JOCKO JACKSON-SPORTS-ARTS Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| RIVERDALE AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| RIVERDALE AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 156 WAVERLY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| IS 392 Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| BROWNSVILLE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 298 DR BETTY SHABAZZ Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| BROWNSVILLE COLLABORATIVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 41 FRANCIS WHITE Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| MOTT HALL IV Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 150 CHRISTOPHER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 165 IDA POSNER Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| CHRISTOPHER AVENUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY OCEAN HILL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 184 NEWPORT Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,060
Median Home Value
$549,400
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
87,946
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
13.8%
Avg Commute
50.1 min
Poverty Rate
33.7%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERNE-KNOX-WESTERLO JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Berne, NY | 7.3 |
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR MUSIC & THEATER Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| CINCINNATUS HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnatus, NY | 7.3 |
| DRYDEN HIGH SCHOOL Dryden, NY | 7.3 |
| ELISABETH IRWIN HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.3 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR CLIMATE JUSTICE (THE) New York, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School
What grades does Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School serve?
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School?
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School rank in NY?
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School ranks #1,378 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Vii High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School a charter school?
No, Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School a Title I school?
No, Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School?
93.2% of students at Frederick Douglass Academy Vii 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
- 249
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.0%
- Phone
- (718) 485-3789
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23- District Enrollment
- 8,334
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #4 of 28
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