Fontbonne Hall Academy is a small Catholic, All-Girl, College Preparatory High School serving families across Brooklyn, Manhattan, Staten Island, and Queens.
Founded in 1937 on the gospel of Jesus Christ and inspired by the philosophy and charism of the Sisters of Saint Joseph, offers a superior educational program to form and empower women of confidence and compassion.
Our students, faculty, and administration form a faith community in which each person is challenged to grow.
Unique in education, we continually evolve our curricula and our methods to keep pace with the unprecedented rate of change in a world where women will need to thrive and succeed.
Small classes and a varied curriculum meet the needs of the 21st Century woman, and are supported by state-of the -art science and computer laboratories
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: Nov. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Fontbonne Hall Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1937
Student Body
Total Students
398 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
17 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Nov. 15
Tuition Notes
$13,330 for 2020-21
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
School Notes
- We are in the forefront of innovations in Teaching and Learning across all disciplines. We are not just for future scientists, doctors, or engineers. We are for all students who are expansive thinkers, creative problem solvers, and potential pioneers. Unique in education, we continually evolve our curricula and our methods to keep pace with the unprecedented rate of change in a world where women will need to thrive and succeed.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Fontbonne Hall Academy offer?
Fontbonne Hall Academy offers 13 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Fontbonne Hall Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.
What is Fontbonne Hall Academy's ranking?
Fontbonne Hall Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Fontbonne Hall Academy?
The application deadline for Fontbonne Hall Academy is Nov. 15.
In what neighborhood is Fontbonne Hall Academy located?
Fontbonne Hall Academy is located in the Fort Hamilton neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other private schools located in Fort Hamilton.
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