About the Academy
About Our School
A college preparatory school in Harlem, serving grades 6 through 12, with one mission since 1991.
- Founded1991
- Grades6–12
- District5 · Manhattan
- AdmissionsScreened
The Standard
FDA takes P.R.I.D.E.
Five words the Academy holds itself to. They are printed on the wall, spoken at assembly, and applied to every expectation the school sets for a student.
Preparation
Proper preparation prevents poor performance.
Respect
Respect ourselves, others and the community.
Integrity
The quality of being honest and having strong moral principle.
Determination
Demonstrating grit and perseverance in challenging moments.
Excellence
Education breeds excellence in all endeavors — always looking and striving to do your best.
Our Vision
The vision of our school is to prepare and motivate students by instilling in them critical reasoning skills, respect for themselves.