The Neighborhood Academy

The Neighborhood Academy is a faith-based, college preparatory, independent school whose mission is to break the cycle of generational poverty by empowering youth and preparing them for college and citizenship. We aim to provide fulfilling opportunities to students that set them up for future success, which would have been otherwise inaccessible.
We provide students in grades 6 through 12 with high quality, educational opportunities and invest in their long-term futures by intervening at every level: academic, financial, psychosocial, spiritual, and physical.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 139 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Neighborhood Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
2001
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
139 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
The Neighborhood Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
African Drumming and Dance, Cheerleading, Golf, Visual Arts

School Notes

Our school runs an extended-day, extended-year calendar with facets specifically designed to foster the character and grit needed to conquer the achievement gap that plagues students of low socioeconomic backgrounds. Because of our commitment to serving the urban poor, the characteristics of our educational model must be compassionate, intentional, comprehensive, and thorough:
  • A college-preparatory curriculum emphasizing critical thinking and ethical reflection
  • Small class sizes, with a 10:1 or smaller student-to-teacher ratio
  • Mandatory summer programming to retain and advance critical knowledge
  • Three meals each day
  • Transportation to and from school via public transit, chartered vans, and buses from the student`s school district
  • Individual and group counseling
  • Career development and financial literacy programs
  • SAT preparation and intensive guidance throughout the college application process
  • Assistance with emergency needs, such as medical and dental care and food scarcity
  • Continued support for alumni throughout their college years and beyond
  • Workplace guidance and internship placement
The Neighborhood Academy provides for the full academic lifecycle of a student, including, but not limited to, sports and athletics, arts programming, college preparation and application, meals and nutrition, individual and group counseling, supportive services to manage immediate and urgent needs, and once in a lifetime opportunities, such as traveling and touring domestic and international locations. We see access to this programming as essential to character and morale building, high educational growth and attainment, and future professional opportunities in their career field of choice.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does The Neighborhood Academy offer?
The Neighborhood Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for The Neighborhood Academy?
The application deadline for The Neighborhood Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is The Neighborhood Academy located?
The Neighborhood Academy is located in the Stanton Heights neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.

School Calendar

View the The Neighborhood Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
No School - Spring Break
March 17, 2024 (Sunday)
No School - Spring Break
March 18, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 19, 2024 (Tuesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 20, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 21, 2024 (Thursday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 139 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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