Frederick Douglass Academy V. Middle School

Frederick Douglass Academy V Middle School, serving grades 6-8 in the Bronx, is dedicated to fostering "caring and compassionate critical thinkers" through an arts-infused, authentic learning environment. Its mission centers on the "4 C's": Compassion, Collaboration, Communication, and Creative Critical thinking, aiming to prepare students for high school and beyond. Academically, the school shows areas for growth, with ELA proficiency near the citywide 25th percentile and math proficiency significantly below it. However, the school offers a share of accelerated coursework that is above the citywide median. The faculty's instruction and performance are rated "Good," and parent surveys indicate very high satisfaction with the school. Despite this, student survey data and external reviews present a mixed picture regarding school safety and climate, noting some concerns about bullying and the fairness of conflict resolution, even with an official "Fair" rating for safety. The school benefits from a smaller enrollment, contributing to a favorable student-teacher ratio.