- 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 67 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 24:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 63%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Acceptance Rate: 53%
- Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 81%
- 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:
School Overview
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associate's Colleges
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
7 staff
43 staff
Student Body
The student population of Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater diversity score of 0.83 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 11% over five years.
Total Enrollment
67 students
746 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
24:1
# Full-Time Students
67 students
528 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
67 students
717 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
67 students
511 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
2%
8%
% Hispanic
13%
23%
% Black
7%
19%
% White
19%
37%
% Hawaiian
28%
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
14%
3%
% Unknown races
12%
7%
Diversity Score
0.83
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
67%
35%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
40%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,125
$7,500
Median Debt for Dropouts (Year 2007)
$3,377
$2,625
Acceptance Rate
53%
78%
Source: 2025 (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 53%, which is lower than the state average of 78%. Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in New York with low acceptance rates.
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: Lowest acceptance rates and Diversity in US community colleges.
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