FREDERICK DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Frederick Douglass Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jefferson Parish school district, located in Gretna, LA with about 315 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 20 teachers, Frederick Douglass Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 Douglass Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Gretna, Louisiana, serving students within the Jefferson Parish Public School System. Situated on Huey P. Long Avenue, the school is deeply integrated into the local Gretna community. It is named in honor of the renowned abolitionist and orator Frederick Douglass, and it generally focuses on providing a foundational education for children in the pre-kindergarten through elementary grade levels, emphasizing core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and social development.

The school operates as part of a larger district-wide effort to support student growth in an urban/suburban setting, often catering to a diverse student population. Like many schools in the Jefferson Parish area, Frederick Douglass Elementary typically emphasizes the importance of community involvement, structured classroom environments, and the preparation of students for middle school transitions. It serves as a central hub for the neighborhood, providing essential educational resources to families residing in the heart of Gretna.

For more information, contact Frederick Douglass Elementary School at (504) 368-5962 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.