Serving 76 students in grades 9-12, Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men's student population of 76 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
76 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men's ranking?
Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men?
The graduation rate of Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men?
76 students attend Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men?
Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men offer ?
Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men part of?
Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men located?
Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men is located in the Woodbridge neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Woodbridge.
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