Serving 427 students in grades 6-8, Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School's student population of 427 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
427 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7283 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
45%
54%
Black
49%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School's ranking?
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School is ranked #7283 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School?
427 students attend Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School?
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School offer ?
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School part of?
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School located?
Dr Frederick Douglass Todd Sr Middle School is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Cedar Crest.
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