The document provides fun facts about the Frederick Douglass Academy, including that 100% of graduates are accepted to college, students begin taking regents classes in 8th grade, 80% of students live in Harlem while 20% come from the five boroughs, and regent scores are 30-40% above the city average. It also notes the school's population breakdown, attendance rates, uniform requirements, and recognition received.

1. For Immediate Release: MEDIA CONTACTS:
Gregory M. Hodge William Price
FDA Principal FDA Student Affairs
(212) 491-4107 (212) 491-4107
ghodge@schools.nyc.gov WPrice3@schools.nyc.gov
FUN FACTS ON THE FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY
Did you know? Students of the Frederick Douglass Academy experience a vigorous academic
curriculum while traveling the world. Check out the Frederick Douglass Academy’s scholastic
learning environment at the open house Friday, May 1. Find out if the Frederick Douglass Academy
is the right place for your child.
Here are some more fun facts about the Frederick Douglass Academy:
Frederick Douglass Academy
 100% of FDA graduates are accepted to a college.
 FDA Students begin taking regents classes in the 8th grade.
 80% of students accepted to FDA live in Harlem while 20% are from the five boroughs.
 Students are accepted to FDA based on an interview and two written recommendations.
 FDA Regent Scores are 30-40% above the city average.
 The FDA School population is 72% Black, 26% Hispanic, 1% White, and 1%Asian.
 Boys account for 49% of FDA students and girls account for 51%.
 The average attendance rate for 2006-2007 school year was 91%.
 Students are required to wear white shirt/blouses, navy blue pants/skirts, and black shoes.
 All FDA students are required to follow the guidelines of the student creed which is influenced by the
teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
 FDA received The Schott Award for Excellence in educating African- American male students.
Source: www.fda1.org, www.schools.nyc.gov