Fordham High School for the Arts

Fordham High School for the Arts is a highly-regarded, audition-based high school in the Bronx, recognized as a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School for its exemplary performance. It offers a comprehensive college preparatory and arts-focused curriculum with six distinct majors, including Dance, Drama, Music, and Visual Arts. The school boasts an exceptional 98% four-year graduation rate and an impressive 83.4% college enrollment rate, both well above citywide averages. While English, Global History, and Languages Other Than English Regents pass rates are strong, performance in Math and Science Regents is a concern, with Chemistry notably low. Students benefit from numerous partnerships with leading arts organizations like Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center Theatre, alongside career readiness programs such as FutureReadyNYC and the CRMYA pilot, offering internships in tech, finance, and business. Parents consistently report high satisfaction with the school's supportive environment and staff. While some students find the academic workload, especially with Advanced Placement courses, to be demanding, the school is praised for fostering a welcoming community and preparing students for higher education. Located within the Theodore Roosevelt Educational Campus, the school is known for its close-knit atmosphere.