- The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre is a professional conservatory for actors in New York City. First operational from 1915 to 1927, the school re-opened in 1928 and has been active ever since.
School Highlights
Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater serves 81 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 62%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Acceptance Rate: 60%
- Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1928
Total Faculty
n/a
159 staff
Student Body
The student population of Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater has declined by 5% over five years.
The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater diversity score of 0.71 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 136% over five years.
Total Enrollment
81 students
1,129 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
81 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
601 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
357 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
81 students
519 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
850 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
41 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
11%
8%
% Hispanic
2%
23%
% Black
20%
18%
% White
n/a
38%
% Hawaiian
44%
2%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
20%
5%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
50%
33%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
40%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
50%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,125
$7,500
Median Debt for Dropouts (Year 2007)
$3,377
$2,625
Acceptance Rate
60%
74%
SAT Reading
n/a
475
SAT Math
n/a
505
SAT Writing
n/a
485
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Robert Duvall - Academy Award Winner -
- Steve McQueen - Hollywood Star -
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater?
The acceptance rate of Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater is 60%, which is lower than the state average of 74%.
Who are famous alumni from Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater?
Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater famous alumni include: Robert Duvall - Academy Award Winner and Steve McQueen - Hollywood Star.
What is Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater's ranking?
Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Average community college minority breakdown.
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