Newburgh Free Academy is the public high school educating all students in grades 9–12 in the Newburgh Enlarged City School District, which serves the city of Newburgh, New York, most of each of the towns of Newburgh and New Windsor, and portions of the towns of Cornwall and Walkill.
Serving 3,550 students in grades 9-12, Newburgh Free Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newburgh Free Academy's student population of 3,550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 256 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,550 students
Total Classroom Teachers
256 teachers
Year Founded
1799
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
As the Goldback community, we will educate and empower our students to build their futures and support their community.
School Rankings
Newburgh Free Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newburgh Free Academy is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3269 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
61%
31%
Black
20%
15%
White
13%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Goldback (eagle)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newburgh Free Academy's ranking?
Newburgh Free Academy is ranked #3269 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newburgh Free Academy?
The graduation rate of Newburgh Free Academy is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Newburgh Free Academy?
3,550 students attend Newburgh Free Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Newburgh Free Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 4% 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 14:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newburgh Free Academy part of?
Newburgh Free Academy is part of Newburgh City School District.
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