Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School's student population of 205 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3435 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
42%
37%
Black
56%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School's ranking?
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School is ranked #3435 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School often compared to?
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phyllis Wheatley Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School, Mater Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School?
205 students attend Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School?
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School offer ?
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School part of?
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School located?
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary School is located in the Overtown neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Overtown.
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