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Frederick Douglass High School

2000 Winchester Road, Lexington, KY, 40509

Top 25% School in Kentucky

Ranked 51 of 137 in Kentucky

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About Frederick Douglass High School

Frederick Douglass High School is a top public high school in Lexington, Kentucky. It has about 1,720 students in grades 9–12. It has a student-to-teacher ratio of about 19:1, which makes it one of the best schools in the Fayette County Public Schools district. The school is known as one of the best because it has a strong college-preparatory environment and a high AP® participation rate of 42%. It has a diverse student body, with 56% of students being minorities and 48% being economically disadvantaged, and it is one of the best High School in "Kentucky" . Frederick Douglass High School is one of the best schools in the area, and its students do well in school, with 35% of them being good at math and 50% being good at reading. Students do better in schools that have a lot of money to spend, since the district spends about $15,741 per student each year. The school is in a growing suburban area with a good reputation in the community. It is one of the best schools in the state. Its strengths are its wide range of academic programs and its dedication to making sure that all of its graduates are ready for college and a career.

Frederick Douglass High School Contact Information

Address

2000 Winchester Road, Lexington, KY, 40509

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Phone

(859) 381-3780

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 50%
Reading 35%
State average proficiency is 50% in Math and 35% in Reading.
91
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1719
Total Students
$57750
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 51 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Frederick Douglass High School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:25 AM to 3:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:10 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 44.04%
Asian 3.43%
Hispanic 16%
Black 29.55%
Two+ Races 6.63%
Native Am. 0.12%
White
44.04%
Asian
3.43%
Hispanic
16%
Black
29.55%
Two+ Races
6.63%
Native Am.
0.12%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1719
53%
911 Female
47%
808 Male

Student Population

1719 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

409 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The Academy of Biomedical Sciences at Frederick Douglass High School recently formed new partnerships with businesses, giving students the chance to do advanced clinical observations in local healthcare systems. The school's athletic department held a ceremony to mark the opening of new multipurpose training facilities that will be used for both physical education classes and varsity sports teams. The Bronco band and orchestra programs also did very well on recent regional tests. This shows how much the school cares about the arts.

FAQ

Q1. What kind of school experience do students get at Frederick Douglass High School?

Ans. Frederick Douglass High School has a full curriculum that includes academics, extracurricular activities, and chances for personal growth.

Q2. Can students take AP classes at Frederick Douglass High School?

Ans. Yes, students can get ready for college-level work by taking Advanced Placement classes and tests.

Q3. How does Frederick Douglass High School help students get ready for their careers?

Ans. Frederick Douglass High School helps students explore and plan their careers by giving them advice, internships, and programs that connect them with career exploration and planning.

Q4. Do students get help getting ready for college?

Ans. Yes, of course! Students can take the SAT and ACT and get help planning for college.

Q5. Are there any programs that are creative?

Ans. Yes, students can be creative through practical activities music, drama, and visual arts.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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