Below Average
#6503 of 8,552 schools in TX
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle
Middle School · DALLAS ISD
2445 E LEDBETTER DR, Dallas, TX 75216
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,503 of 8,552
In Dallas
#292 of 374
public schools
In district
#204 of 235
DALLAS ISD
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Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle
Middle School in Dallas · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle is a public middle school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,503 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
70% of students at Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle 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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Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle — Students at Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 6.9/10.
How Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle Compares
See how Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle 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
2445 E LEDBETTER DR, Dallas, TX 75216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DR FREDERICK HAYNES III GLOBAL PREP AT PAUL QUINN (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOUDE STOREY MIDDLE (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN LEWIS SOCIAL JUSTICE ACADEMY AT O W HOLMES (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas | 0.2 mi | 8.6 |
| WHITNEY M YOUNG JR EL Dallas | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| NEW TECH H S AT B F DARRELL H S Dallas | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ELISHA M PEASE EL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| H I HOLLAND EL AT LISBON Dallas | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| BARACK OBAMA MALE LEADERSHIP ACAD AT A MACEO SMITH Dallas | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| J N ERVIN EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| OTTO M FRIDIA EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| JOHN NEELY BRYAN EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| JOHN LEWIS SOCIAL JUSTICE ACADEMY AT O W HOLMES Dallas | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| WILLIAM B MILLER EL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| KIPP OAK CLIFF ACADEMY Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| DR FREDERICK HAYNES III GLOBAL PREP AT PAUL QUINN Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| CLARA OLIVER EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Dallas | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| J P STARKS EL Dallas | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| SOUTH OAK CLIFF H S Dallas | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| THOMAS L MARSALIS EL STEAM ACADEMY Dallas | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| BOUDE STOREY MIDDLE Dallas | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| KENNEDY-CURRY MIDDLE Dallas | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,613
Median Home Value
$138,900
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
54,556
College Educated
9.1%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
31.5%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle
What grades does Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle serve?
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle?
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle rank in TX?
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle ranks #6,503 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle a charter school?
No, Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle a Title I school?
No, Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle?
96.2% of students at Dr Frederick Douglass Todd SR Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.5%
- Phone
- (972) 749-3600
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #204 of 235
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