Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School (20K505)

5800 20 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11204, Brooklyn
Phone: 718-621-8800
Hours: 9:42am - 4:32pm
School Website: https://www.fdrhs.org
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/20K505/
Quality Snapshot: View snapshot
School Leader: Melanie Katz (mkatz10@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Gennifer Francis (gfrancis9@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: Andrea Repole (arepole@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Andrea Repole (arepole@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Cristy Augustin (caugustin6@schools.nyc.gov)
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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.
School Budget: View financial budget
Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 79%
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: Dual Language: Chinese, Transitional Bilingual Education: Chinese, Spanish
School Features:
Offers 10th Grade Seats
Guidance Counselors, Social Workers, Bilingual Guidance Counselors
AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
Program Details
Law & Government
Global Citizen is a dynamic and engaging program designed for students who want to further explore issues taking place throughout the world, understand diverse cultures, and make a positive impact on their future by participating in civic opportunities and engaging with industry professionals to gain in-demand professional skills. Students who will take part in this program will explore the role of technology within a number of diverse fields. Through immersive experiences, and interactive learning students will develop a profound appreciation for diversity, fostering empathy, and respect for others. By embracing a global perspective, students emerge from the program with the tools to make meaningful contributions in a rapidly evolving world.
10th Grade seats available
- (Group 1) Brooklyn students or residents
School Student & Admissions Statistics


Total Offers
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 (2023-24)























Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category
Academic Summary & Data (2023-24)






4-Year College 36.10%
Other Postsecondary 0.10%
Unknown 39.80%
School Demographics (2023-24)
Female 41.20%

Black 7.30%
Hispanic 39.60%
White 16.40%
Other 1.70%
Black 9.10%
Hispanic 17.80%
White 47.90%
Other 6.50%
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)


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 (2023-24)
Program | Fully Receiving | Partially Receiving | Not Receiving |
Integrated Co-Teaching Services | 293 (96%) | 0 (0%) | <=5 (?) |
SETSS | 11 (92%) | <=5 (?) | <=5 (?) |
Special Class | 184 (91%) | 0 (0%) | <=5 (?) |
Service | Fully Receiving | Partially Receiving | Not Receiving |
Counseling Services | 236 (93%) | N/A (N/A) | 17 (7%) |
Counseling Services Bilingual | <=5 (100%) | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
Hearing Education Services | <=5 (83%) | N/A (N/A) | <=5 (17%) |
Occupational Therapy | >5 (94%) | N/A (N/A) | <=5 (6%) |
Physical Therapy | 9 (100%) | N/A (N/A) | 0 (0%) |
Speech-Language Therapy | >5 (99%) | N/A (N/A) | <=5 (1%) |
Speech-Language Therapy Bilingual | <=5 (100%) | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
Vision Education Services | <=5 (100%) | N/A (N/A) | 0 (0%) |
Transportation | Number Receiving |
Curb to School | 59 (91%) |
Stop to School | 0 (0%) |
Unassigned | 6 (9%) |
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)
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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