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Fordham High School for the Arts

500 East Fordham Road Bronx, NY 10458
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500 East Fordham Road
Bronx, NY 10458
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  • Performance5 Average
  • Satisfaction 6 Average
  • Diversity 5 Average
5/9 Key indicators of this school's performance, including test scores and graduation rates. View All Data »
Performance Statistics
SAT Scores<br> 1169 / 2400
Average
Regents English
71%
Average
Regents Mathematics
50%
Average
Regents Science
50%
Average
Regents History
54%
Average
Regents Rate
65%
Average
10-Credit Rate
85%
Average
Weighted Diploma Rate 218.9 / 350
Average
Regents Completion 51.6 / 100
Average
College Enrollment Rate 31.9 / 100
Below Average
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More about Fordham High School for the Arts

Population 387 students
School Type High
Grades 9th-12th
2012 Progress
Report		 A
Avg. Attendance Rate 91%
Advanced Placement Courses
  • English Literature and Composition
Language Classes
  • Spanish
Program Highlights
  • Project Student Opportunities for Academic Reinforcement (SOAR)
  • Tutoring
  • Counseling
  • SAT Prep Class
Artistic Extracurriculars
  • Vocal
  • Dramatic Arts
  • Instrumental Music
  • Dance
  • Visual Arts
  • Student Government
  • Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC)
  • Upward Bound
Clubs
  • Cheerleading
  • Yearbook
  • Leadership
  • Step Team
  • Music
Academic Extracurriculars
  • Small group tutoring
  • Regents Academy
Cultural & Arts Partners)
  • Vital Theater
  • The Center for Arts Education and Carnegie Hall
Hospital Partnerships
  • Montefiore Medical Center School-based Clinic
Higher Education Partnerships
  • Brooklyn College
  • Fordham University
  • State University of New York (SUNY) Purchase
Community Organization Partners
  • Global Kids
  • Astor-Child Guidance
  • Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP)
Sports
  • Swimming and Lifeguard Training
  • Weight Training
  • Basketball
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