Overview

Fordham High School For The Arts is a magnet school in The Bronx, NY, offering AP courses and 12 sports. It is one of 29 high schools in New York City Geographic District #10.

School Rating

Fordham High School For The Arts is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in New York with the same grade levels.
7/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

College Prep

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Advanced Courses

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School


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Neighborhood

500 E FORDHAM RD
The Bronx, NY 10458
School leader: Mr Michael Johnson Jr Jr
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