FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY III SECONDARY SCHOOL

FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY III SECONDARY SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 9 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 429 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 29 teachers, FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY III SECONDARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 Academy III (FDA III) is a public secondary school located in the Morrisania section of the Bronx, serving students in grades 6 through 12. As part of the Frederick Douglass Academy network, the school is built upon a philosophy of high academic expectations, rigorous instruction, and a college-preparatory focus. The institution emphasizes the development of character, discipline, and intellectual curiosity, aiming to provide students with the foundational skills necessary to succeed in higher education and become active, responsible citizens.

The school environment at FDA III is generally structured and focused, designed to cultivate a supportive yet challenging atmosphere. Students are typically encouraged to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs that complement their core academic studies in humanities, mathematics, and the sciences. By fostering a culture of accountability and community involvement, Frederick Douglass Academy III strives to narrow the achievement gap and provide equitable opportunities for its diverse student body within the New York City public school system.

For more information, contact FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY III SECONDARY SCHOOL at (718) 538-9726 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.