FREDERICK R. DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

FREDERICK R. DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 273 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 13 teachers, FREDERICK R. DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

FREDERICK R. DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY is a public school located in the Overtown neighborhood of Miami, Florida, operating under the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. Steeped in local history, the school is named after the prominent 19th-century abolitionist, author, and orator Frederick Douglass. It serves a diverse student population in the heart of Miami’s urban core, providing a foundational education with a strong emphasis on community connection and academic development within the historic Overtown district.

The school’s curriculum is designed to support the academic and personal growth of its students, reflecting the broader standards of the Miami-Dade district. As an educational pillar in the community, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares students for success in middle school and beyond. Through its engagement with local families and commitment to the legacy of its namesake, FREDERICK R. DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY remains a focal point for neighborhood education and community pride in Miami.

For more information, contact FREDERICK R. DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY at (305) 371-4687 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.