Fiorello H. LaGuardia Arts
PS 00084 — Upper West Side, Manhattan
A legendary, inclusive public high school where artistic dreams take center stage.
Grades 9–12 • 3,000+ students • A community of creators shaping the future of the arts.
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About Our School
Where artistic brilliance meets academic excellence.
Founded in 1936, LaGuardia Arts is New York City’s premier public high school for conservatory-level training in music, art, dance, drama, and technical theater—paired with rigorous college-prep academics.
Our mission is to nurture the next generation of artists and scholars. Here, students hone their craft alongside peers who share their passion, guided by a faculty of working professionals and master educators in the heart of Manhattan’s cultural hub.
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What We Offer
Our Studios
Five conservatory programs, one extraordinary education.
Music Instrumental & Vocal
From symphony orchestras to jazz ensembles and choral masterworks, our Music Studio prepares students for conservatories, universities, and professional stages worldwide.
Explore MusicFine Arts
A studio-based program where students develop portfolios for top art schools and 21st-century creative careers—rooted in tradition, pushing boundaries.
Explore Fine ArtsDance
Daily ballet and modern training in a conservatory setting, fostering disciplined artists ready for professional companies and elite college programs.
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