Serving 443 students in grades 9-12, Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School's student population of 443 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1992 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
71%
30%
Black
25%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)75-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School's ranking?
Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School is ranked #1992 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School?
The graduation rate of Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School?
443 students attend Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School?
Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School offer ?
Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School part of?
Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School is part of New York City Geographic District #12 School District.
In what neighborhood is Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School located?
Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 61 other public schools located in West Bronx.
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