Edward R Murrow High School vs Newburgh Free Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New York, United States, 99 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edward R Murrow High School
Brooklyn · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,503 students
Newburgh Free Academy
Newburgh · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,550 students
| Measure | Edward R Murrow High School Brooklyn, New York | Newburgh Free Academy Newburgh, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 77 Top 10% |
| State rank | #543 of 1,079 | #431 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #2502 of 16,910 | #1721 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 3,503 | 3,550 |
| Enrollment | 3,503 | 3,550 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.2% | 49.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 94% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 85% |
| city | Brooklyn | Newburgh |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Newburgh Free Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.1 vs 73.3).
- •Edward R Murrow High School does better on math proficiency (92% vs 85%).
- •Edward R Murrow High School does better on reading proficiency (94% vs 86%).
- •Newburgh Free Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.7% vs 68.2%).
- •Newburgh Free Academy does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.8).
- •Newburgh Free Academy is the larger school with 3,550 students compared with 3,503.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Edward R Murrow High School better than Newburgh Free Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Newburgh Free Academy ranks higher (77.1 vs 73.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Edward R Murrow High School and Newburgh Free Academy?
About 99 km in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Newburgh in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edward R Murrow High School: 3,503. Newburgh Free Academy: 3,550. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edward R Murrow High School and Newburgh Free Academy rank in New York?
Edward R Murrow High School is 543rd of 1,079 and Newburgh Free Academy is 431st of 1,079 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).