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#653 of 992 private schools in NY

Fordham Preparatory School

High School

441 E FORDHAM RD, Bronx, NY 10458

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

951

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

951

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#653 of 992

In Bronx

#31 of 53

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About Fordham Preparatory School

Fordham Preparatory School is a private high school in Bronx, NY. Fordham Preparatory School serves approximately 951 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fordham Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #653 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.1 pts below NY schools

5.9

This school 5.9 · Average
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Fordham Preparatory School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Fordham Preparatory School compares to 161 public schools serving similar grades in Bronx, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.1:1

This School

11:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

951

This School

461

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.9

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 59.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 20.5% vs 0%

Black 7% vs 0%

Asian 5.2% vs 0%

Fordham Preparatory School Bronx Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Fordham Preparatory School (this school)	—	951	11.1:1	5.9
FORDHAM HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS	0.3 mi	350	8.8:1	9.0
FORDHAM LEADERSHIP ACADEMY	0.3 mi	385	10.1:1	8.2
BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND COMMUNITY SERVICE	0.3 mi	393	11.6:1	7.7
KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL	0.3 mi	411	11.1:1	7.6
BELMONT PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL	0.3 mi	365	14:1	7.5
WEST BRONX ACADEMY FOR THE FUTURE	0.3 mi	616	11.4:1	4.8
JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY	0.4 mi	339	10.9:1	8.3
PS 168	0.5 mi	609	5.7:1	3.3
HIGH SCHOOL FOR ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY	0.6 mi	365	11.4:1	4.6
CROTONA INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL	0.6 mi	332	12.8:1	4.4
BRONX ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (BASE)	0.6 mi	381	8.7:1	4.4
CELIA CRUZ BRONX HIGH SCHOOL OF MUSIC (THE)	0.7 mi	410	11.4:1	9.0
DISCOVERY HIGH SCHOOL	0.7 mi	386	13.8:1	7.7
HIGH SCHOOL FOR TEACHING AND THE PROFESSIONS	0.7 mi	358	9.4:1	6.7
KINGSBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL	0.7 mi	212	10.6:1	5.7
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL FOR LIBERAL ARTS	0.7 mi	475	10.1:1	3.9
HIGH SCHOOL OF AMERICAN STUDIES AT LEHMAN COLLEGE	0.9 mi	404	14.4:1	9.0
THEATRE ARTS PRODUCTION COMPANY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	488	8.6:1	4.4
PS 188	1.0 mi	493	5:1	3.6
BRONX HIGH SCHOOL OF SCIENCE (THE)	1.0 mi	2,979	20.4:1	8.1

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention

B- 5.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.1:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,188

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 59%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.8 / 10

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Enrollment 951

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 59.5%

Hispanic 20.5%

Two or More 7.5%

Black 7.0%

Asian 5.2%

Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

441 E FORDHAM RD, Bronx, NY 10458

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fordham Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FORDHAM HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS (rated 9.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FORDHAM LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND COMMUNITY SERVICE (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PS/IS 54 Bronx	0.1 mi	346	5.6
ACADEMY OF MOUNT ST URSULA Bronx	0.3 mi	289	6.1
BELMONT PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx	0.3 mi	365	7.5
FORDHAM HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx	0.3 mi	350	9.0
FORDHAM LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Bronx	0.3 mi	385	8.2
BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx	0.3 mi	393	7.7
WEST BRONX ACADEMY FOR THE FUTURE Bronx	0.3 mi	616	4.8
KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx	0.3 mi	411	7.6
PS 46 EDGAR ALLAN POE Bronx	0.3 mi	635	5.7
OUR LADY OF REFUGE SCHOOL Bronx	0.3 mi	192	5.5
THOMAS C GIORDANO MIDDLE SCHOOL 45 Bronx	0.4 mi	407	5.0
OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Bronx	0.4 mi	163	6.8
JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY Bronx	0.4 mi	339	8.3
IS 254 Bronx	0.4 mi	473	5.0
PS 8 ISAAC VARIAN Bronx	0.6 mi	650	3.9
PS/MS 20 PO GEORGE J WERDAN III Bronx	0.5 mi	766	4.1
PS 168 Bronx	0.5 mi	609	3.3
PS 205 FIORELLO LAGUARDIA Bronx	0.6 mi	538	3.1
PS 246 POE CENTER Bronx	0.5 mi	489	4.7
CROTONA INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx	0.6 mi	332	4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,107

Median Home Value

$515,700

Median Rent

$1,548/mo

Population

78,741

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

3.9%

Avg Commute

44.3 min

Poverty Rate

29.8%

Median Age

31.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fordham Preparatory School

What grades does Fordham Preparatory School serve?

Fordham Preparatory School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Fordham Preparatory School?

Fordham Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 951 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fordham Preparatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fordham Preparatory School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Fordham Preparatory School rank in NY?

Fordham Preparatory School ranks #653 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Fordham Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fordham Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Fordham Preparatory School a private school?

Yes, Fordham Preparatory School is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Fordham Preparatory School a religious school?

Fordham Preparatory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 80 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 50 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 951
Gender Split: 100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 86
Type: private
Coed Status: all-boys
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Bronx County
Phone: (718) 367-7500

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