Neighbors' New Vistas High School
Charter School
148 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Neighbors' New Vistas High School, located in Portage, Indiana, is a specialized educational institution operating under the umbrella of the Neighbors' Educational Opportunities (NEO) organization. The school is designed as an alternative learning environment that focuses on providing a personalized, supportive, and flexible educational experience for students who may not have thrived in traditional high school settings. By offering a smaller classroom environment and a more individualized approach to instruction, the school aims to help students overcome academic or personal barriers to graduation.
Beyond its core curriculum, New Vistas is notable for its commitment to workforce readiness and holistic student development. The school frequently integrates opportunities for vocational training and life-skills development, helping students prepare for post-secondary success, whether that involves entering the workforce, joining the military, or pursuing higher education. By fostering a close-knit community and maintaining high expectations for personal responsibility, Neighbors' New Vistas serves as a vital resource for Portage-area families looking for a pathway to a high school diploma that emphasizes mentorship and student-centered learning.
Beyond its core curriculum, New Vistas is notable for its commitment to workforce readiness and holistic student development. The school frequently integrates opportunities for vocational training and life-skills development, helping students prepare for post-secondary success, whether that involves entering the workforce, joining the military, or pursuing higher education. By fostering a close-knit community and maintaining high expectations for personal responsibility, Neighbors' New Vistas serves as a vital resource for Portage-area families looking for a pathway to a high school diploma that emphasizes mentorship and student-centered learning.
148
Total Students
12.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
47.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 80 |
| Hispanic | 36 |
| Black | 25 |
| Two or More | 6 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White80 (54.1 %)
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Hispanic36 (24.3 %)
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Black25 (16.9 %)
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Two or More6 (4.1 %)
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American Indian1 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Neighbors' New Vistas High School |
| Phone: | (219)850-4448 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 148 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 12.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 62 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 8 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
14
Grade 10
17
Grade 11
31
Grade 12
29
Ungraded
57
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 14 |
| Grade 10 | 17 |
| Grade 11 | 31 |
| Grade 12 | 29 |
| Ungraded | 57 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 78 | 52.7% |
| Male | 70 | 47.3% |
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