How do you get into Frederick A Douglass Academy High School?

Apply through GoCPS by November 13. Check the school's own page for the programs it offers and whether any require the HSAT, an audition or an information session.

Does Frederick A Douglass Academy High School have a ranking?

No — and neither does any CPS school. The district retired its 1+/1/2+ school levels, so any ranking you see comes from a third party, not CPS. What CPS does publish is on this page: the graduation and college-enrollment rates beside the district average.

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Frederick A Douglass Academy High School

543 N WALLER AVE · 28 students · grades 9-12

About DOUGLASS HS

TeamDouglass is committed to buffing our students until they shine. Upon graduation from Douglass High School, not only will you be academically equipped but we will work with you to work on your character as well. Douglass HS is a small learning environment where students are called by name and loved on purpose! We pride ourselves in knowing the names of all our students and creating a counter-narrative to what our students see outside our walls each and every day. Don't Be Good, Be Great at Douglass! #FD4L, Frederick Douglass for Life!

543 N WALLER AVE, Chicago, IL 60644 · 7735346176

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get into Frederick A Douglass Academy High School?: Apply through GoCPS by November 13. Check the school's own page for the programs it offers and whether any require the HSAT, an audition or an information session.
Does Frederick A Douglass Academy High School have a ranking?: No — and neither does any CPS school. The district retired its 1+/1/2+ school levels, so any ranking you see comes from a third party, not CPS. What CPS does publish is on this page: the graduation and college-enrollment rates beside the district average.

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School facts, graduation and college-enrollment rates come from the City of Chicago open data portal, refreshed 2026-09-12. The official source of truth for admissions is cps.edu/gocps.

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