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 (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 131 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
131 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
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
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).
In 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
First Day of School
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Fall Break
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 29, 2025 (Saturday)
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The nearest high school to The Neighborhood Academy is Watson Institute Friendship Academy The (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Tolatr Academy (0.5 miles away)
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School Reviews
5 7/24/2015
this school is a perfect school if you want your child to have great character and know how to settle there real life problems. this school to me is a great place if you want your child to have a positive future
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