Newburgh Free Academy vs South Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Newburgh Free Academy
Newburgh · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,550 students
South Middle School
Newburgh · Public middle · Grades 6–8
782 students
| Measure | Newburgh Free Academy Newburgh, New York | South Middle School Newburgh, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 10% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #431 of 1,079 | #604 of 785 |
| National rank | #1721 of 16,910 | #11520 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 3,550 | 782 |
| Enrollment | 3,550 | 782 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.7% | 52.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 19% |
| city | Newburgh | Newburgh |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Newburgh Free Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.1 vs 32.0).
- •Newburgh Free Academy does better on math proficiency (85% vs 19%).
- •Newburgh Free Academy does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 20%).
- •Newburgh Free Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.7% vs 52.8%).
- •South Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 13.9).
- •Newburgh Free Academy is the larger school with 3,550 students compared with 782.
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 Newburgh Free Academy better than South Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Newburgh Free Academy ranks higher (77.1 vs 32.0 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 Newburgh Free Academy and South Middle School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Newburgh and Newburgh in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Newburgh Free Academy: 3,550. South Middle School: 782. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Newburgh Free Academy and South Middle School rank in New York?
Newburgh Free Academy is 431st of 1,079 and South Middle School is 604th of 785 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).