The Frank Sinatra School of the Arts is an arts high school in Astoria, Queens, and it is affiliated with the New York City Department of Education.
Serving 856 students in grades 9-12, Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 96% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School's student population of 856 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
856 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#541 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
26%
30%
Black
9%
16%
White
35%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School's ranking?
Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School is ranked #541 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School often compared to?
Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fiorello H Laguardia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
96% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School?
The graduation rate of Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School?
856 students attend Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School?
Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School offer ?
Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School part of?
Frank Sinatra School Of The Arts High School is part of New York City Geographic District #30 School District.
School Reviews
5 6/17/2022
Excellent school, Teachers, Principal, assisting principals and students. Overall I am happy to have my son attend Frank Sinatra High School.
5 3/22/2020
This school offers a more personalized education. Is the perfect combination between arts and academics. Is the type of school where a student will never feel as one more. I couldn't find a better option for my daughter. I really think she is the perfect fit for the school and vice verse.
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