Excellent
#26 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 3% of private schools
Northern Academy of the Arts
High School
49 SEWARD AVE, Middletown, NY 10940
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#26 of 992
In Middletown
#1 of 4
public schools
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About Northern Academy of the Arts
Northern Academy of the Arts is a private high school in Middletown, NY. Northern Academy of the Arts serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Northern Academy of the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 120 students, Northern Academy of the Arts is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.2:1 students to teachers, Northern Academy of the Arts sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Northern Academy of the Arts is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Northern Academy of the Arts compares to the 6 public schools in Middletown, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Middletown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northern Academy of the Arts (this school) | 8.5 |
| MONHAGEN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| MAPLE HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| PRESIDENTIAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| MIDDLETOWN TWIN TOWERS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| MIDDLETOWN HIGH SCHOOL | 8.8 |
| WILLIAM A CARTER SCHOOL | 4.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NY
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
49 SEWARD AVE, Middletown, NY 10940
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northern Academy of the Arts may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIDDLETOWN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MINISINK VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Slate Hill), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10940 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,198
Median Home Value
$301,400
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
53,099
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
63.6%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northern Academy of the Arts
What grades does Northern Academy of the Arts serve?
Northern Academy of the Arts serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Northern Academy of the Arts?
Northern Academy of the Arts has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northern Academy of the Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Northern Academy of the Arts is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northern Academy of the Arts rank in NY?
Northern Academy of the Arts ranks #26 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Northern Academy of the Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Northern Academy of the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northern Academy of the Arts a private school?
Yes, Northern Academy of the Arts is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Northern Academy of the Arts a religious school?
No, Northern Academy of the Arts is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 120
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 189 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (845) 779-0808
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