Summary:
The zip code 10039 in New York City is home to a single high school, Frederick Douglass Academy. This school serves grades 9-12 and is located within the New York City Geographic District # 5.
Based on the available data, Frederick Douglass Academy does not appear to be a standout school. The school's statewide ranking has declined over the past few years, going from 1083 out of 1228 New York high schools in 2022-2023 to 1165 out of 1234 in 2024-2025. It is also rated only 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. The school's test scores are generally below the district and state averages, and it has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (88.7%) and a high chronic absenteeism rate (31.5%).
Despite the relatively low performance, Frederick Douglass Academy spends a significant amount per student ($31,177) and has a relatively low student-teacher ratio (11.6 students per teacher). This raises questions about the efficient use of resources and the need to explore ways to improve outcomes for the students. Overall, the data suggests that the school may benefit from a closer examination of its academic programs, resource allocation, and strategies to address the high poverty and absenteeism rates among its student population.
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