Frederick Douglass High

Public 9-12

 8000 Croom Rd
       Upper Marlboro, MD  20772-9748


(301) 952-2400

District: Prince George's County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
77th of 127 Maryland High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $14,653 Help


Feeder schools for Frederick Douglass High:

Elementary:    Mattaponi Elementary
    Rosaryville Elementary

Student/teacher ratio:  17.8 Help
Number of students:  1,159

Racial breakdown:

African American:
86.8%
Hispanic:
8.2%
Two or more races:
2.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  47.2% Help


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Compare Details Frederick Douglass High ranks worse than 60.6% of high schools in Maryland. It also ranks 4th among 9 ranked high schools in the Prince George's County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 41.45. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (86.8%), Hispanic (8.2%), two or more races (2.2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 47.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass High is 17.8. 16 high schools in the Prince George's County Public Schools District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Frederick Douglass High is $14,653. 17 high schools in the Prince George's County Public Schools District spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Frederick Douglass High was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Frederick Douglass High 77th of 127 Maryland public high schools. (See Frederick Douglass High in the ranking list.)

Prince George's County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Prince George's County Public Schools 21st of 24 Maryland school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Frederick Douglass High

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 30.06 170th 201 15.4%
2005 15.90 169th 204 17.2%
2006 20.55 158th 204 22.5%
2007 31.03 152nd 209 27.3%
2008 36.35 158th 214 26.2%
2009 30.29 170th 213 20.2%
2010 40.49 161st 220 26.8%
2011 6.01 176th 183 3.8%
2012 10.43 175th 187 6.4%
2013 14.55 166th 185 10.3%
2014 37.75 169th 231 26.8%
2015 38.96 153rd 233 34.3%
2016 40.62 143rd 233 38.6%
2017 28.26 126th 180 30.0%
2018 30.76 120th 197 39.1%
2019 14.47 129th 138 6.5%
2022 44.42 91st 225 59.6%
2023 41.45 77th 127 39.4%
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Data source: test scores: Maryland State Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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All ratings (Avg rating: 4.7)
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Reviews:
by a teacher
Tuesday, August 15, 2017

Open Quote I have worked at this school for over 14 years. In the past 6 years we have really seen an increase in academic programs which offer college credit. Our IB Programme is competitive with IB around the globe. If IB Diploma Programme students reach the required composite score they can earn 36 college credits. We are also now offering the Pathways to Technology program. Through P-Tech students can earn and associates degree from PGCC at the same time they graduate from high school. The pathways we offer in P-Tech our Hospitality Services Management and Health Services Management. Our focus on character building and community service is very evident in our numerous community service projects throughout the year. Our leadership team is working hard to improve college and career readiness. The size of the school is ideal because it is big enough to offer a variety of extra curricular activities but not so big that students feel overwhelmed. The staff works very hard to provide lessons with a global focus. There are plenty of opportunities for success for our students both in and outside of the classroom with the support of our staff and parent involvement. Our athletic programs are also quite competitive. Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, March 21, 2016

Open Quote My daughter attended FDHS in her 9th grade year. I only have positive things to say.
She is a upcoming Senior. I' m grateful to be part of the great PTSA. The Admins, staff, and students are awesome. Our Principal Scott is coming up on his 3 year and he is very hands on with our kids and very visible in the classroom, hallways,and afterschool activities. FDHS has an outstanding curriculum classes. We are an IB World School. Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, March 20, 2016

Open Quote The staff is committed to helping students. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Frederick Douglass High

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 498 471 20 10 2 n/a n/a 1 1002
1990 502 458 23 10 3 n/a n/a 0 996
1991 496 594 20 12 6 n/a n/a 0 1128
1992 542 636 24 12 5 n/a n/a 0 1219
1993 529 726 22 14 5 n/a n/a 0 1296
1994 505 854 17 18 4 n/a n/a 0 1398
1995 434 982 10 31 6 n/a n/a 0 1463
1996 434 982 10 31 6 n/a n/a 0 1463
1997 437 1068 14 28 7 n/a n/a 0 1554
1998 405 1156 17 31 7 n/a n/a 0 1616
1999 370 1232 13 26 6 n/a n/a 0 1647
2000 329 1237 18 24 5 n/a n/a 0 1613
2001 280 1266 16 34 5 n/a n/a 0 1601
2002 177 1397 16 36 9 n/a n/a 0 1635
2003 177 1397 16 36 9 n/a n/a 0 1635
2004 146 1529 9 35 8 n/a n/a 0 1727
2005 116 1661 15 30 11 n/a n/a 0 1833
2006 100 1651 17 30 8 n/a n/a 0 1806
2007 65 1232 16 23 4 n/a n/a 0 1340
2008 51 1041 14 21 10 n/a n/a 0 1137
2009 37 1006 13 25 10 n/a n/a 0 1091
2010 35 1005 13 21 6 n/a n/a 0 1080
2011 29 1049 14 34 6 0 1 0 1133
2012 30 998 13 33 3 0 8 0 1085
2013 33 1012 9 33 2 1 9 0 1099
2014 26 924 3 37 4 1 16 0 1011
2015 23 854 0 38 1 1 23 0 940
2016 18 841 0 43 3 1 28 0 934
2017 11 781 0 53 2 0 35 0 882
2018 14 806 2 57 3 0 34 0 916
2019 14 876 3 62 5 0 36 0 996
2020 16 905 3 68 3 2 36 0 1033
2021 17 992 4 69 3 2 28 0 1115
2022 20 1005 9 99 3 3 22 0 1161
2023 21 1006 7 95 2 3 25 0 1159

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Frederick Douglass High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 1002 54.4 18.4 n/a
1990 996 48.4 20.5 0.9
1991 1128 56.2 20.0 1.8
1992 1219 63.9 19.0 1.8
1993 1296 65.0 19.9 1.7
1994 1398 65.0 21.5 7.9
1995 1463 72.2 20.3 11.6
1996 1463 72.2 20.3 11.6
1997 1554 74.9 20.7 10.4
1998 1616 76.6 21.1 8.4
1999 1647 76.7 21.5 13
2000 1613 84.9 19.0 12.4
2001 1601 81.7 19.6 16.4
2002 1635 81.7 20.0 14.1
2003 1635 81.7 20.0 14.1
2004 1727 73.0 23.7 19.9
2005 1833 90.0 20.4 20.8
2006 1806 92.0 19.6 18.3
2007 1340 73.7 18.2 18.2
2008 1137 73.5 15.5 20.7
2009 1091 72.0 15.2 22.7
2010 1080 63.0 17.1 27.2
2011 1133 69.0 16.4 27.8
2012 1085 64.0 16.9 29.2
2013 1099 63.0 17.4 28
2014 1011 62.0 16.3 30.8
2015 940 61.0 15.4 37.6
2016 934 59.0 15.8 35.3
2017 882 57.0 15.4 39.6
2018 916 55.0 16.6 37.2
2019 996 58.0 17.1 36.1
2020 1033 59.0 17.5 37.5
2021 1115 64.0 17.4 39.7
2022 1161 62.0 18.7 36.3
2023 1159 65.0 17.8 47.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Frederick Douglass High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 1002 54.4 18.4 n/a
1990 996 48.4 20.5 0.9
1991 1128 56.2 20.0 1.8
1992 1219 63.9 19.0 1.8
1993 1296 65.0 19.9 1.7
1994 1398 65.0 21.5 7.9
1995 1463 72.2 20.3 11.6
1996 1463 72.2 20.3 11.6
1997 1554 74.9 20.7 10.4
1998 1616 76.6 21.1 8.4
1999 1647 76.7 21.5 13
2000 1613 84.9 19.0 12.4
2001 1601 81.7 19.6 16.4
2002 1635 81.7 20.0 14.1
2003 1635 81.7 20.0 14.1
2004 1727 73.0 23.7 19.9
2005 1833 90.0 20.4 20.8
2006 1806 92.0 19.6 18.3
2007 1340 73.7 18.2 18.2
2008 1137 73.5 15.5 20.7
2009 1091 72.0 15.2 22.7
2010 1080 63.0 17.1 27.2
2011 1133 69.0 16.4 27.8
2012 1085 64.0 16.9 29.2
2013 1099 63.0 17.4 28
2014 1011 62.0 16.3 30.8
2015 940 61.0 15.4 37.6
2016 934 59.0 15.8 35.3
2017 882 57.0 15.4 39.6
2018 916 55.0 16.6 37.2
2019 996 58.0 17.1 36.1
2020 1033 59.0 17.5 37.5
2021 1115 64.0 17.4 39.7
2022 1161 62.0 18.7 36.3
2023 1159 65.0 17.8 47.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Frederick Douglass High

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $476 (3.4%) $13,642 (96.6%) $14,118
2020 $453 (3.1%) $13,936 (96.9%) $14,389
2021 $741 (5.1%) $13,912 (94.9%) $14,653

Data source: Maryland Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Frederick Douglass High

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 129th of 138 High schoolsRanks 77th of 127 High schools
 32.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students9961159
 16.4%
African American8761006
 14.8%
American Indian52
 60%
Asian37
 133.3%
Hispanic6295
 53.2%
Pacific Islander03
White1421
 50%
Two or More Races3625
 30.6%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients36.1%47.2%
 11.1%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Frederick Douglass High

Frederick Douglass High is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Mattaponi Elementary
Elementary : Rosaryville Elementary

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,159 students attended Frederick Douglass High.

Frederick Douglass High ranks 77th of 127 Maryland high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students at Frederick Douglass High are 87% African American, 8% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races, 2% White.


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