FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VIII MIDDLE SCHOOL

FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VIII MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 338 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 23 teachers, FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VIII MIDDLE 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 VIII (FDA VIII), located at 1400 Pennsylvania Avenue in the East New York section of Brooklyn, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Frederick Douglass Academy network, the school is built on the core values of high academic expectations, strong character development, and a commitment to college readiness. It strives to provide a rigorous, supportive environment that encourages students to cultivate a sense of academic excellence and personal responsibility, often emphasizing the legacy and principles of Frederick Douglass himself.

The school is known for its focus on preparing students for competitive high schools and future academic pursuits. It typically employs a structured curriculum designed to foster critical thinking and literacy skills while providing extracurricular opportunities that keep students engaged. By emphasizing a culture of accountability and mutual respect, FDA VIII seeks to serve the local community by equipping its diverse student body with the tools necessary to thrive in high school and beyond, fostering both intellectual growth and social maturity.

For more information, contact FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VIII MIDDLE SCHOOL at (718) 348-2465 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.