The School's rigorous bilingual, bicultural curriculum includes a Pre-School with Nursery, Pre-K, and Kindergarten, the Lower School Grades 1-5, and the Upper School Grades 6-12.
Graduates are awarded a FASNY diploma and are prepared to pass the French Baccalauréat (ES and S).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
French American School Of New York ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1980
Student Body
Total Students
793 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Antoine Agopian
Admissions Associate
Marine Heraud
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Since its founding in 1980, FASNY has evolved from a three teacher, 17-student nursery to a thriving school on three campuses, educating more than 800 students per year. FASNY offers a bilingual and bicultural education to a population of local American families, French expatriates, French-American families, and international families from 45 countries. FASNY families are rich in culture and tradition and their presence creates the spirit of the School, both in and out of the classrooms. FASNY's academic program is rigorous and challenging, adhering to both traditional American and official French curricula. This dual curriculum highlights the best of both the French and American education systems. Eighty-five percent of the faculty hold advanced degrees, an impressive statistic for a school our size. Accredited by the French Ministry of National Education, New york State Department of Education, and the New York State Association of Independent Schools, FASNY is proud to be the only true bilingual and bicultural school in the greater New York City area. Students are awarded a FASNY diploma and are prepared to pass the French Baccalaureate. As the world grows more global by the minute, we embrace the need for broader cultural understanding. The School emphasizes the importance of appreciation and tolerance of diverse cultures.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does French American School Of New York offer?
French American School Of New York offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Rugby, Soccer and Tennis.
What is French American School Of New York's ranking?
French American School Of New York ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for French American School Of New York?
The application deadline for French American School Of New York is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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