Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics vs Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New York, United States, 112 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics
Bronx · Public high · Grades 9–12
382 students
Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School
Bronx · Public high · Grades 9–12
219 students
| Measure | Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics Bronx, New York | Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #523 of 1,079 | #678 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #2380 of 16,910 | #3271 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 382 | 219 |
| Enrollment | 382 | 219 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.6% | 95.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 97.5% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 97.5% | 82% |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.8 vs 70.1).
- •Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics does better on math proficiency (97.5% vs 82%).
- •Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics does better on reading proficiency (97.5% vs 92%).
- •Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.6% vs 95.9%).
- •Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 11.9).
- •Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics is the larger school with 382 students compared with 219.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics better than Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School?
On the Success Index (US), Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics ranks higher (73.8 vs 70.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics and Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School?
About 112 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics: 382. Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School: 219. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics and Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School rank in New York?
Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics is 523rd of 1,079 and Frederick Douglass Academy III Secondary School is 678th of 1,079 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).