Frederick Douglass Academy VI High School (27Q260)

8-21 Bay 25 Street, Queens, NY 11691, Queens
Phone: 718-471-2154
Hours: 8:20am - 2:39pm
School Website: https://www.fdavi.org/
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/27Q260/
Quality Snapshot: View snapshot
School Leader: Tenesha Worley (tworley@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Tonie Roberts (troberts@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: Rosmond Samuels (rsamuels2@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Steven Postiglione (spostiglione@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Rochelle Sanchez (rsanche3@schools.nyc.gov)
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Overview
AI Summary
Frederick Douglass Academy VI High School (27Q260) is a small school focused on personalized, career-ready education, featuring a total enrollment of approximately 319 students (2024-25). The course offerings are organized around three innovative pathways: a Health/Medical Professions Program (leading to certifications like Certified Clinical Medical Assistant), an Esports/Game Design Program [more]
Academic Score
  32.83%  (ranked #395 out of 419 schools)
Survey Score
  78.08%  (ranked #274 out of 454 schools)
About & Events

Welcome to Frederick Douglass Academy VI, a vibrant community where we offer a personalized educational experience. FDA VI is a hidden gem, offering programs you wont find anywhere else on the peninsula, including our renowned House of RISE that fosters Resilience, Integrity, Service, and Empowerment through spirited teamwork and friendly [more]

Reports: School Budget | PTA Financials | Room Utilization

Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 96%

Academic Highlights: Extensive AP and college-prep offerings: Students can access AP English Language, AP Environmental Science, AP Psychology, and participate in CUNY "College Now" and CUNY Urban in the High School, boosting college readiness, Advisories include: ADVISORY (Required 9-12) All students take advisory during all four years of their high school experience. [more]

Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, College Courses Offered, College Trips, Community School, Dress Code, Expert College and Career Advisor On Staff, Extended Day, Health Center, Internships Available, LYFE (Living For The Young Family Through Education), Online Grading System, Orientation, Paid Internships, Program(s) with 1 GE Applicant Per Seat, Program(s) with 1 [more]

School Features:

  • Offers 10th Grade Seats
  • School whose primary location is co-located with another school
  • Guidance Counselors, Social Workers

Upcoming Events
None currently scheduled

AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP English Language and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Pre-Calculus, AP Psychology, AP United States History, Chemistry (Advanced Science), ELA (College Course [Credited]), World Languages (Advanced World Languages)
Course List
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Languages Offered
Spanish
Boys PSAL Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Football, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Swimming, Table Tennis, Volleyball
Girls PSAL Sports
Basketball, Flag Football, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Volleyball
PSAL Team
Far Rockaway Educational Campus
This school is part of a PSAL team comprised of the following schools:
Academy of Medical Technology: A College Board School (27Q309)
Frederick Douglass Academy VI High School (27Q260)
Queens High School for Information, Research, and Technology (27Q302)
Clubs
Art, Art club, Clubs: Music Band, Cooking Club, Dance, Hair Fairies, LGBTQ
Arts Summary
We have a dedicated dance advisory program that performs at various functions at the school. We have a robust band as well as an art program in Austin to our art classes. Or students creativity are taught and allowed to flourish and flow.
Programs & Offers
Business - Graphic Arts(Q75A)
Computer Science & Technology

FDA VIs Business Tech/Graphic Arts Program blends creativity with career-ready skills, teaching students digital design, branding, and business technology. Students master industry-standard tools like Adobe Creative Suite, develop portfolios, and learn how to market creative projects in real-world business settings. The program equips graduates with practical experience and certifications such as Adobe Certified Professional, opening doors to careers in graphic design, digital marketing, and business communications right after high school.

Method:
Requirement:
Students are randomly selected
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:16 / 27 (0.59)13 / 27 (0.48)
SWD applicants/seats:7 / 5 (1.40)14 / 5 (2.80)
Rank Avg: 6.305.73
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:All accepted
  SWD:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
ESports/Game Design(Q76C)
Culinary Arts

Esports immerses students in the booming world of competitive gaming and digital creation. Students learn game mechanics, strategy, teamwork, and shoutcasting, while gaining tech skills in coding, design, and event production. The program prepares students for college scholarships and careers in gaming, media, and technology, with opportunities to earn industry-recognized certifications and compete in regional esports tournaments.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:5 / 21 (0.24)12 / 21 (0.57)
SWD applicants/seats:4 / 4 (1.00)8 / 4 (2.00)
Rank Avg: 6.265.70
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:All accepted
  SWD:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
Health/Medical Professions(Q77B)
Health Professions

FDA VI's Health/Medical Professions Program offers a hands-on, four-year pathway into the healthcare field. Students explore medical sciences, patient care, and health technology while building practical skills in labs and clinical simulations. The program prepares students for immediate careers as medical aides and techs or for advanced studies toward becoming nurses, physician assistants, or doctors. Graduates can earn industry-recognized certifications like the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), giving them a head start in high-demand healthcare careers.

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:17 / 53 (0.32)17 / 54 (0.31)
SWD applicants/seats:9 / 11 (0.82)15 / 10 (1.50)
Rank Avg: 6.136.11
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:All accepted
  SWD:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
School Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2024-25
2023-24
2022-23
Total Students Across All Grades
319
283
266
    Grade 12 Students
65
46
55
    Grade 11 Students
62
53
39
    Grade 10 Students
107
101
85
    Grade 9 Students
85
83
87
Avg. Class Size
24.2
21.3
21.7
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
10.6
10.5
10.6
Safety Comp. / Susp. / NYPD
<5 / 40 / 1
14 / 42 / 1
<5 / 51 / 7
Attendance %
83%
83%
Graduation %
74%
64%
College %
25%
6%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
448 (57) / 121
-1
482 (71) / 121
0
372 (52) / 102
81

This data was gathered from various NYC DOE reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/information-and-data-overview

Survey Summary & Data (2024-25)
Student Responses 77% responded
Academic Rigor 
  69.50%
Academic Engagement 
  64.36%
Safety 
  66.50%
Bully Prevention 
  61.63%
Inclusivity 
  75.00%
Mental Support 
  69.75%
Environment 
  63.21%
Post-School Support 
  78.50%
Teacher Responses 94% responded
Academic Rigor 
  86.00%
School Satisfaction 
  81.00%
Student Behavior 
  63.11%
Student Support 
  90.53%
School Leadership 
  83.40%
Instructional Clarity 
  84.00%
Instructional Development 
  84.61%
Post-School Support 
  95.67%
Family Responses 37% responded
Education 
  89.13%
Teacher Support 
  83.83%
Safety 
  87.33%
School Community 
  67.00%
School Leadership 
  86.70%
Post-School Support 
  87.00%
IEP Support 
  89.00%

Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category

View Full NYC DOE Survey Results:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly school surveys: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/nyc-school-survey

Academic Summary & Data (2023-24)
Academic Proficiency
4-Year Grad. %
  74.10%
CC Regents
  57
Non-CC Regents
  60
Impact Score
  0.42
Performance Score
  0.26
College Aptitude
CCR
  22.50%
SAT Math
  369
SAT R/W
  359
Postsecondary
2-Year College 14.70%
4-Year College 14.80%
Other Postsecondary 1.50%
Unknown 69.00%

View Full Academic Data:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

School Demographics (2024-25)
Student Population:
Male 55.80%
Female 44.20%
English Language Learners:
  25.10%
Students with Disabilities:
  26.30%
Economic Need Index: 
  91.60%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 1.60%
Black 45.50%
Hispanic 46.70%
White 2.50%
Other 3.70%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Black 23.10%
White 65.40%
Other 11.50%

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's demographic snapshots: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/information-and-data-overview

IEP Statistics (2023-24)
IEP Services
Students with IEPs
  25.40%
Students with SETSS
  0.00%
Students with ICT
  22.30%
Students with SC
  0.00%
Has all programs
  100.00%
Has some programs
  0.00%
Has no programs
  0.00%
Has all services
  97.00%
IEP Student Performance
Regents English
  65
Regents Gl. Hist.
  58
Regents Algebra I
  54
Regents Living Env.
  55
4-Year Grad. Rate
  57.1
IEP Movement
Excellent
IEP Support 
  89.00%

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

Special Education Programs & Services (2024-25)
ProgramFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Integrated Co-Teaching Services81 (98%)<=5 (?)<=5 (?)
ServiceFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Counseling Services>5 (95%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (5%)
Occupational Therapy<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Speech-Language Therapy23 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Vision Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
TransportationNumber Receiving
Curb to School<=5 (?)
Stop to School<=5 (?)
Unassigned8 (67%)

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's Special Education Reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/government-reports/special-education-reports

ELL Performance (2023-24)
Regents English
  60
Regents Gl. Hist.
  59
Regents US Hist.
  61
Regents Algebra I
  55
Regents Living Env.
  51
4-Year Grad. Rate
  64.7
ELL Progress
  73

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

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