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 3,521 students in grades 9-12, Newburgh Free Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Btm 50%)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Newburgh Free Academy's student population of 3,521 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 265 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
265 teachers
Year Founded
1799
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Newburgh Free Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newburgh Free Academy is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1472 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
59%
30%
Black
21%
16%
White
14%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
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)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newburgh Free Academy's ranking?
Newburgh Free Academy is ranked #1472 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Newburgh Free Academy?
3,521 students attend Newburgh Free Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Newburgh Free Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 14% 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 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 (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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