FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VI HIGH SCHOOL

FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VI HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27 school district, located in FAR ROCKAWAY, NY with about 336 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 18 teachers, FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VI HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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 VI (FDA VI)**, located in Far Rockaway, Queens, is a public secondary school that operates under the philosophy of the Frederick Douglass Academy model. This model is built on the core values of academic excellence, personal responsibility, and a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum. The school emphasizes a structured environment designed to foster discipline and high achievement, aiming to prepare students for success in competitive four-year colleges and universities.

The school serves a diverse student body and is known for its commitment to character development alongside traditional academics. By setting high expectations for both behavior and scholarship, FDA VI seeks to provide students in the Far Rockaway community with an enriched educational experience that promotes leadership and civic engagement. Through various extracurricular activities and academic support systems, the school strives to create a supportive community where students are encouraged to reach their full potential and advocate for themselves and their future.

For more information, contact FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VI HIGH SCHOOL at (718) 471-2154 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.