Serving 68 students in grades 9-12, Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan 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% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men's student population of 68 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
68 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1665 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
16:1
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
99%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
45%
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 #1665 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
68 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 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men offer ?
Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
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.
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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