These interesting facts about our curriculum and services:

• That we have a comprehensive academic program including Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Religion, Art, Music, Italian, Physical Education, and Library/Resource.
• That we have 2 fully equipped Computer Labs.
• That we have a computer in every classroom with Internet connections.
• That we have a CPS (Classroom Performance System) on every floor, LCD Projectors, Interactive White Boards, and a Multi-Media Library.
• That we have a state-of-the-art Science Lab.
• That we have a Medical Room with an R.N. on duty daily.
• That we have Title 1 Services: a Social Worker and for 2 days/week each: a Reading and a Math specialist.
• That we have a three-day Toddler Time for Two Program for 2 year olds accompanied by an adult.
• That we have a five-day Pre-School Program for 3 year olds; half or full days available.
• That we have three FREE Universal PreK (half-day) Programs each with a Teacher and Teacher Assistant and that each section has the option to be extended to a blended SFA Program.
• That we have a full day Kindergarten Program with a Teacher and Teacher Assistant.
• That our annual candy drive is the only mandated fund-raiser.
• That St. Francis of Assisi School is not subsidized by the parish or the diocese.
• That opportunities for tuition assistance through various Diocesan sponsored funds is available to families.  Find out more - www.Scholarshipfund.org, www.PSAS.org, www.columbuscitizensfd.org.

These interesting facts about our faculty:

• That every faculty member is accredited, that many are state certified and that many have advanced degrees.
• That every faculty member has Religious Education certification; that all faculty/staff members must attend and keep current with Virtus, a child abuse program sponsored by the Diocese.
• That the majority of the faculty/staff have CPR training.
• That we have a defibrillator.
• That every teacher moderates an after school-club.

These interesting facts about our students:                     

• That 100% of our 2009 graduating class were accepted into a high school of their choice.
• That 37% of our 2009 graduating class received scholarships to high school.
• That 87% of our 8^th graders passed the New York State Mathematics test.
• That 96% of our 6^th graders passed the New York State Mathematics test.
• That 91% of our 4^th graders passed the New York State Mathematics test.
• That 90% of our 8^th graders passed the New York State English Language Arts test.
• That 96% of our 6^th graders passed the New York State English Language Arts test.
• That 79% of our 4^th graders passed the New York State English Language Arts test.

These interesting facts about our extra-curricular activities:

• That we have an early morning “Drop Off” program beginning at 7:30 a.m.
• That we have an Extended School Day Program Monday to Friday until 6 p.m.
          Students can participate on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.
• That our students participate in: