NEWBURGH FREE ACADEMY

NEWBURGH FREE ACADEMY is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEWBURGH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in NEWBURGH, NY with about 3,217 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 255 teachers, NEWBURGH FREE ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

NEWBURGH FREE ACADEMY (NFA), located at 201 Fullerton Avenue in Newburgh, New York, serves as the primary high school for the Newburgh Enlarged City School District. As a large, comprehensive public institution, it plays a central role in the community, offering a diverse array of academic programs, extracurricular activities, and athletic opportunities. The school is known for its multi-campus structure, which allows it to manage a large student body while providing specialized environments tailored to different grade levels and educational pathways.

The academy is committed to preparing its students for post-secondary success, whether through college enrollment, career certification, or military service. Beyond standard coursework, NFA offers Advanced Placement (AP) classes, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and a wide variety of arts and humanities initiatives. By fostering a collaborative environment between students, faculty, and the surrounding Newburgh community, the school strives to cultivate a sense of civic responsibility and academic excellence for its diverse student population.

For more information, contact NEWBURGH FREE ACADEMY at (845) 563-5400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.