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#3003 of 3,441 schools in OH

Frederick Douglass School

Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools

2627 Park Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45206

Enrollment

247

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,003 of 3,441

In Cincinnati

#123 of 171

public schools

In district

#42 of 65

Cincinnati Public Schools

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Frederick Douglass School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Cincinnati · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Frederick Douglass School

Frederick Douglass School is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. Frederick Douglass School serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederick Douglass School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,003 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Frederick Douglass School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

67% of students at Frederick Douglass 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-29.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,415
Chronic Absenteeism67.2%

Frederick Douglass School — Students at Frederick Douglass School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
22.6%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Frederick Douglass School Compares

See how Frederick Douglass School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
13th percentile in OH
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
67.2%

Location

2627 Park Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frederick Douglass School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL -DOHERTY CAMPUS (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MERCY MONTESSORI CENTER (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Evanston Academy (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Spencer Center for Gifted and Exceptional Students Cincinnati 0.0 mi 7.2
ST URSULA ACADEMY Cincinnati 0.4 mi 7.2
ST URSULA ACADEMY Cincinnati 0.4 mi 7.2
Dampe Community School Cincinnati 0.4 mi 2.1
Priority High School Cincinnati 0.4 mi 3.5
Queen City Career Prep High School Cincinnati 0.4 mi 3.2
MERCY MONTESSORI CENTER Cincinnati 0.5 mi 8.1
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.5 mi 6.5
PURCELL MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.5 mi 7.7
Walnut Hills High School Cincinnati 0.8 mi 8.7
THE SEVEN HILLS SCHOOL -DOHERTY CAMPUS Cincinnati 0.7 mi 8.8
Dohn Community Cincinnati 0.7 mi 2.7
Evanston Academy Cincinnati 0.8 mi 7.0
Alliance Academy of Cincinnati Cincinnati 1.1 mi 5.5
Dayton High School Dayton 1.2 mi 8.5
Lincoln Elementary School Dayton 1.3 mi 6.6
ReGeneration Schools Avondale Elementary Cincinnati 1.4 mi 2.3
South Avondale School Cincinnati 1.3 mi 3.6
Rockdale Academy Cincinnati 1.3 mi 5.4
William H Taft Elementary School Cincinnati 1.3 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,128

Median Home Value

$269,900

Median Rent

$849/mo

Population

10,387

College Educated

49.3%

Homeownership

33.4%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

22%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frederick Douglass School

What grades does Frederick Douglass School serve?

Frederick Douglass School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Frederick Douglass School?

Frederick Douglass School has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frederick Douglass School rank in OH?

Frederick Douglass School ranks #3,003 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Frederick Douglass School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frederick Douglass School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederick Douglass School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Frederick Douglass School a charter school?

No, Frederick Douglass School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Frederick Douglass School a Title I school?

No, Frederick Douglass School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
67.2%

District

Cincinnati Public Schools
District Enrollment
34,860
Schools in District
66
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,415
District Rank
#42 of 65

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