Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School (20K505)
5800 20 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11204, Brooklyn
Phone: 718-621-8800
Email: info@fdrhs.org
Hours: 9:42am - 4:32pm
Principal: Melanie Katz
School Website: https://www.fdrhs.org
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/46710
Admissions Information: https://www.fdrhs.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=511165&type=d&pREC_ID=2104120
Quality Snapshot: https://tools.nycenet.edu/snapshot/2022/20K505/HS/
Subway: F to Bay Parkway-22nd Av; N to 20th Av
Bus: B11, B6, B8, B9
Show commute
My info
About
FDR's Pillars of Diversity, Equity, Empowerment and Persistence (DEEP) guide us in all that we do. Our vision is to provide the best education and preparation for college and career to every student who walks into our building. We do this by supporting all learners, both academically and emotionally via a focus on Culturally Responsive and Sustaining Education, while providing access to a wide variety of coursework and educational experiences focused on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math). The FDR learning community celebrates the diversity within our family and works together to graduate young adults who will continue to serve the greater community. FDR High School: Brooklyn's Bridge To Your Future.
Academic Highlights: FutureReadyNYC: Technology (Software Developer), Pre-Engineering Program, Honors classes in all core subjects, CUNY College Now, extensive math, computer science and science AP coursework opportunities, fully-staffed college office, Naviance for college preparation, trailblazers program, SEO Scholars Program, ACE Mentoring Program, Yleana Leadership Academy. FDR focuses on college and career!, Science and Environmental Research: Design of original research; technical report writing for submission to citywide and national competitions,; gain an appreciation of the natural and urban environment; hydroponics/aquaponics; focus on careers in public policy, green industries and environmental science., Exciting and current, extensive elective and major course offerings including: Programming/robotics, 3-d printing, photography, videography, Illustrator and Photoshop, forensics, piano, marching band, and more!, Extensive support offered to English Language Learners including Transitional Bilingual Educational classes in Spanish and Mandarin, New for 2023! Medical Careers and Health Sciences: Prepare students for college and careers in medical/health sciences; focus on health of the global environment; internships at hospitals, rehabilitation centers and medical/dental offices
Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, College Trips, FutureReadyNYC School, Multi-Session School, Online Grading System, Orientation, Program(s) with 3+ GE Applicants Per Seat, Program(s) with 3+ SWD Applicants Per Seat, Saturday Programs, Student Parent Orientation, Summer Bridge, Summer Internships, Summer Session, Weekend Programs
English Language Learner Programs: Transitional Bilingual Education: Chinese, Spanish, Dual Language: Chinese
School Features:
- Offers 10th Grade Seats
AP Courses, Languages & Sports
Programs
Computer Science & Technology
Students will explore the field of robotic design using a variety of hands on activities. Students begin with an introduction to the tools used to create robotic devices. As they progress through the series of classes, computer programming becomes an essential and vital element. This culminates in a capstone design project and teaching assistant positions for students to mentor our incoming engineers. Our Robotics Academy offers opportunities for scholarships and research opportunities.
- (Group 1) Open only to Brooklyn students or residents
Law & Government
Graduates will have attained a high level of proficiency in terms of civic knowledge, civic skills, civic mindset, and civic experiences. They will receive a Seal of Civic Readiness which shows the student’s understanding of a commitment to participatory government; civic responsibility and civic values; demonstrates to universities, colleges, and future employers that the student has completed an action project in civics or social justice; and recognizes the value of civic engagement and scholarship.
- (Group 1) Open to New York City residents
Environmental Science, Project-Based Learning
This is an interdisciplinary program for students interested in understanding the natural and urban environment and environmental ethics through hands-on and project-based learning. Students will develop analytical and process skills that will prepare them for college and a career in environmental science and emerging green industries. In addition, students will explore the real-world use of hydroponics and the importance of green living. This culminates in a Capstone Project for Seniors.
- (Group 1) Open only to Brooklyn students or residents
Performing Arts
Theater and music preparation program with courses in acting, movement, music theory, technical theater, and theater history. Students have the opportunity to perform in school plays, recitals, talent shows, multicultural shows, and Sing!
- (Group 1) Priority to students who live in the zoned area
- (Group 2) Then to Brooklyn students or residents
Film/Video, Visual Art & Design
While introducing students to the vast history of the different presentations of media that fuel the communications industry: graphic arts, advertising, film and television, podcasting, the program examines critical issues and events locally and internationally as it applies to the African Diaspora. The program looks to prepare students for interests in fields of broadcast media and its public relations. Students will contribute to and participate in a school podcast, visual media shows/ productions trips to organizations that support the mass media industry, and participate in internships.
- (Group 1) Open to New York City residents
This program will allow students to explore concepts and career paths in the Medical, Health Science fields, through hands-on and project-based learning. Students will record observations, develop questions, design and conduct experiments, collect and interpret data, and propose new ideas from their conclusions. Students will have the opportunity to use multimedia to present their research articles or findings as a Capstone Project to panels of their peers in class, science fairs, research symposiums, and competitions throughout NYC.
- (Group 1) Open only to Brooklyn students or residents
Performing Arts/Visual Art & Design, Project-Based Learning
This is a comprehensive program that is designed to expose students to the multiple functions that go into theatrical productions. Courses include: stage design, theater business, theater management, and lighting/sound design. In addition to the annual spring musical, students may showcase their talents in SING, holiday and spring concerts.
- (Group 1) Open only to Brooklyn students or residents
Project-Based Learning, Visual Art & Design
This program encourages student creativity through self-expression in Visual Arts with a 4-year sequence of coursework and elective opportunities . Courses include Art Appreciation, Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Fashion, and Ceramics, with the culminating course in Advanced Placement Art: 2D. All rooms are 21st Century state of the art and are dedicated solely to arts education. Students are engaged in portfolio development upon entrance into the program. Teachers work with students on the post-secondary application process for those interested in pursuing further study in the Arts. Upon successful completion of the coursework, students may be eligible to apply for a Regent's Endorsed Diploma with Advanced Designation in the Arts or a Certificate of Arts Achievement based upon the completion of their requirements.
- (Group 1) Open only to Brooklyn students or residents
Zoned
Comprehensive academic program.
- (Group 1) Guaranteed offer to students who live in the zoned area
- (Group 2) Then to Brooklyn students or residents
Student & Admissions Statistics
Total Offers
GE Applicants / Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:
GE Applicants / Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:
0 / 0 (0.00)
0 / 0 (0.00)
GE Applicants / Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:
0 / 0 (0.00)
0 / 0 (0.00)
GE Applicants / Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:
GE Applicants / Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:
GE Applicants / Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:
GE Applicants / Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:
GE Applicants / Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:
GE Applicants / Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:
GE Applicants / Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:
GE Applicants / Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:
Survey Summary & Data (2022-23)
Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category
Academic Summary & Data (2022-23)
4-Year College 36.80%
Other Postsecondary 0.30%
Unknown 44.50%
School Demographics (2022-23)
Female 40.70%
Black 9.00%
Hispanic 40.50%
White 15.30%
Other 2.20%
Black 11.90%
Hispanic 16.00%
White 47.90%
Other 7.80%