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About this school
Dr Freddie Thomas Middle School is
an urban public school
in Rochester, New York that is part of Rochester City School District.
It serves 454 students
in grades 7 - 8.
Its teachers have had 8 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Grades 7 - 8
454 Students
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91%
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Last updated Oct 24, 2026
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Dr Freddie Thomas Middle School
$4,010
raised using DonorsChoose
8
projects
funded
7
teachers
funded
24
donors
1
project
for
basic supplies
1
project for
books
Dr Freddie Thomas Middle School has received support from
21 individuals from New York and
3 individuals out-of-state.
