French-American School of New York (Top Ranked Private School for 2025-26)

320 East Boston Post Road
Mamaroneck, NY 10543

French-American School of New York Photo #1 - FASNY's track record of 100% college acceptance and 100% baccalaureate success places us among the top French-American schools in North America, while our International Baccalaureate Program has been ranked among the best in the United States.

French-American School of New York Photo #2 - FASNY has more than 750 students who represent over 50 nationalities.

French-American School of New York Photo #3 - FASNY's IB Diploma program, taught in English, benefits from our tradition of academic excellence. All of our IB classes are offered at the higher (HL) and standard (SL) levels based on a student's individual level. IB classes offered at FASNY include those in STEM, Theory of Knowledge, the Arts, English Literature, Foreign Languages, & more.

French-American School of New York Photo #4 - Students participate in an athletic program which combines weekly physical education classes following both the American and French accreditation requirements. Beginning in grade 5, students at FASNY have the opportunity to participate in a variety of interscholastic sports including Cross Country, Soccer, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Flag Football, Swimming, Basketball, Cheerleading, Baseball, Softball, Track & Field, Tennis, and Rugby

French-American School of New York Photo #5 - FASNY faculty come from all over the world and bring international experience into each classroom. 93% of our faculty hold advanced degrees in their field, and classes in grades 1 - 12 have a 1:20 ratio. *Classes in the preschool are smaller with more faculty presence, between a 1:6 and 1:10 ratio.

French-American School of New York Photo #6 - Bilingualism is at the heart of our curriculum. We provide language support in French and English through language specialists and speech pathologists. Students can enroll at any grade level and at any linguistic level of French or English, from beginner to native level.

French-American School of New York Photo #7 - FASNY has three campuses: Manor Campus in Larchmont for Nursery - Grade 3, Village Campus in Mamaroneck for Grades 4 - 8, Harbor Campus in Mamaroneck for Grades 9 - 12 : All within 10 minutes of each other, many FASNY families have students enrolled on multiple campuses, and we always find ways to come together for school events!

French-American School of New York Photo #8 - The Nursery Program accepts children as young as 3 years old, offering them the benefit of bilingualism regardless of the language spoken at home. Nursery is a 5-day, full-day program.

French-American School of New York Photo #9 - At our private high school in Westchester, NY, we encourage our students to be active participants in their own education. Our methods of teaching and learning are based on a mutual respect and set of values that our students and teachers follow, with a growth mindset always in the forefront.

French-American School of New York Photo #10 - As a school with an international focus, we draw strength from the diverse perspectives of our community and ensure diverse voices are included in decision-making and shaping of school culture. To benefit from our inherent diversity, FASNY must ensure that everyone feels included, valued, and respected inside and outside of the classroom.

FASNY is the only school in the New York metropolitan area to be accredited to offer both the International Baccalaureate and the French Baccalaureate. All of our students also graduate with a New York State high school diploma.

The Nursery - Grade 12 school accepts children as young as 3 years old, offering them the benefit of bilingualism regardless of the language spoken at home.

Students in the International (IB) or French Bac programs receive a well-rounded education, preparing them for success in the best universities all over the world Non-French speakers are accepted at all grade levels.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked NY School
School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 748 students
Yearly Tuition: $36,245
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / 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:

School Overview

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)
International Baccalaureate (IB) World School
The French school system abroad (AEFE)

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Other

Year Founded

1980

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Last Day of School

Thu. Jun 18, 2026

Campus Size

3 acres

Student Body

Total Students

748 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

French-American School of New York Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

93 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

95%

Average Class Size

18 students

Number of AP Courses

2 courses

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$36,245

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Summer Program Cost

$450

Summer Program Cost Notes

Per week

% on Financial Aid

14%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$18,110

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 81%

Admissions Director

Marine Heraud

Admissions Associate

Sarah Maharjan

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$2 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

12 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Field HockeyRugby

SoccerSoftball

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

16 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

AstrophysicsBook Club

Chess ClubCinema Club

Community Service ClubDiversity Club

FIRST RoboticsLiterary Club

Math and Science ClubMentoring

Model United Nations ClubMusic Club

Newspaper ClubStudent Council

Yearbook Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Ski Club

School Notes

School Motto: Live Locally, Learn Globally
School Mascot: Shark

We offer:

A bilingual immersion program
Strong arts, music, and athletics; a community-service program; national and international educational trips; and many student and faculty-led clubs
A student and staff body representing 50+ nationalities
An atmosphere of inclusion, acceptance, and appreciation of diversity
A combination ofFrench and American school-life traditions, making for a warm and engaging community
A track record of academic excellence: 100% success rate in 2023 on both the French baccalaureate (84% passing with honors) and the IB diploma
A college acceptance list including Columbia, Harvard, MIT, Princeton, Stanford, and Yale in the United States; Cambridge, Imperial College, LSE, Oxford, and UCL in the United Kingdom; as well as Canada and France`s best universities andgrandes colesand other fine European institutions.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does French-American School of New York cost?

French-American School of New York's tuition is approximately $36,245 for private students and $450 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of French-American School of New York?

The acceptance rate of French-American School of New York is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.

Does French-American School of New York offer a summer program?

Yes, French-American School of New York offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does French-American School of New York offer?

French-American School of New York offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. French-American School of New York is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.

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: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for French-American School of New York?

The application deadline for French-American School of New York is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Calendar

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Event

Date

October Break - School Closed

October 20, 2025 (Monday)

Thanksgiving Break - School Closed

November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)

Winter Break - School Closed

December 22, 2025 (Monday)

Martin Luther King Jr. Day - School Closed

January 19, 2026 (Monday)

February Break - School Closed

February 16, 2026 (Monday)

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