Newburgh Free Academy

201 Fullerton Ave
Newburgh, NY 12550
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 3,381 students in grades 9-12, Newburgh Free Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,381 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : 79% (Btm 50% in NY)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 76% (Top 30%)
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Newburgh Free Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

School Overview

Newburgh Free Academy's student population of 3,381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 267 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,381 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
267 teachers
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School Rankings

Newburgh Free Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newburgh Free Academy is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NY)
#685 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
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76%
55%
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85%
62%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
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Hispanic
54%
29%
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Black
22%
16%
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White
19%
41%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.63
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79%
85%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Newburgh Free Academy's ranking?
Newburgh Free Academy is ranked #685 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Newburgh Free Academy often compared to?
Newburgh Free Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cornwall Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newburgh Free Academy?
The graduation rate of Newburgh Free Academy is 79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Newburgh Free Academy?
3,381 students attend Newburgh Free Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Newburgh Free Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newburgh Free Academy?
Newburgh Free Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newburgh Free Academy offer ?
Newburgh Free Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Newburgh Free Academy part of?
Newburgh Free Academy is part of Newburgh City School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,381 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : 79% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 76% (Top 30%)
  • : 85% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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