FRANK SINATRA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL
854 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The Frank Sinatra School of the Arts (FSSA) is a prestigious public high school located in Astoria, Queens, founded by legendary singer Tony Bennett and his wife, Susan Benedetto. Established with the mission of providing an elite, conservatory-style arts education within a public school setting, the institution is dedicated to the legacy of Frank Sinatra. It offers students a rigorous academic curriculum alongside intensive professional training in a variety of artistic disciplines, including dance, drama, film, instrumental music, vocal music, and fine arts.
Beyond its artistic programming, the school is known for its state-of-the-art facilities—including a professional-grade concert hall—and its strong emphasis on community and collaboration. FSSA maintains a selective admissions process, drawing talented students from across New York City who are committed to both their creative craft and academic excellence. By integrating arts education into the core of the student experience, the school aims to cultivate not only skilled performers and artists but also well-rounded, socially conscious individuals prepared for higher education and professional careers.
Beyond its artistic programming, the school is known for its state-of-the-art facilities—including a professional-grade concert hall—and its strong emphasis on community and collaboration. FSSA maintains a selective admissions process, drawing talented students from across New York City who are committed to both their creative craft and academic excellence. By integrating arts education into the core of the student experience, the school aims to cultivate not only skilled performers and artists but also well-rounded, socially conscious individuals prepared for higher education and professional careers.
854
Total Students
56.2
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 291 |
| Hispanic | 243 |
| Black | 78 |
| Asian | 86 |
| Two or More | 143 |
| American Indian | 9 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
-
White291 (34.2%)
-
Hispanic243 (28.5%)
-
Two or More143 (16.8%)
-
Asian86 (10.1%)
-
Black78 (9.2%)
-
American Indian9 (1.1%)
-
Pacific Islander2 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30 |
| Phone: | (718)361-9920 |
| Website: | http://www.franksinatraschoolofthearts.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 854 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 56.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 272 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 22 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
217
Grade 10
212
Grade 11
208
Grade 12
217
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 217 |
| Grade 10 | 212 |
| Grade 11 | 208 |
| Grade 12 | 217 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 588 | 68.9% |
| Male | 264 | 30.9% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 0.2% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
High School 7th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
55 Students
High School 10th - 12th
1,206 Students
High School 9th - 12th
1,162 Students
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
1,924 Students
High School 9th - 12th
440 Students
High School 9th - 12th
455 Students
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
High School 6th - 12th
626 Students
High School 6th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th