Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1980
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district is Newport Academy part of?
Newport Academy is part of New Horizons Regional Education Center - Special Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Newport Academy located?
Newport Academy is located in the North Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 13 other public schools located in North Newport News.
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