NAICS 611699 Quarterly Industry Report
All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction
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NAICS Code: 611699Sector: Educational Services (61)Updated: Q1 2026
About This Report
This industry profile for All Other Miscellaneous Schools (NAICS 611699) draws on data from the U.S. Census Bureau[8], Bureau of Labor Statistics[6], accreditation data, and SBA size standards database[7]. Published by Fair Market Value and updated quarterly, it provides valuation professionals, education analysts, and business appraisers with current market data. The editorial analysis reflects the independent assessment of FairMarketValue.com's research team, with all quantitative claims sourced to publicly verifiable databases.
Industry Snapshot
Key metrics for the all other miscellaneous schools and instruction industry.
Industry Definition & Overview
All Other Miscellaneous Schools (NAICS 611699) encompasses establishments primarily engaged in offering instruction in areas not elsewhere classified per the U.S. Census Bureau[5]. Programs span an extremely diverse range of subjects including modeling, public speaking, survival training, speed reading, CPR and first aid certification, yoga instruction, Bible study programs that do not grant degrees, personal development courses, and charm schools. Instruction may be delivered through in-person classes, workshops, weekend seminars, or online distance learning platforms.
Roughly 7,700 establishments employ 57,000 workers and generated $3.8 billion in revenue in the most recent Census year per the Bureau of Labor Statistics[6] and Census data. Annual payroll reached $1.4 billion. Industry operators range from single-instructor studios to established franchise networks such as Barbizon Modeling and Acting Centers, which has operated since 1939. Toastmasters International maintains a worldwide nonprofit network for public speaking and leadership skill development, while specialized survival training schools serve both civilian and corporate team-building markets.
Per the SBA Table of Size Standards[7], the size standard is $17 million in average annual receipts. Digital platforms and online course delivery have expanded the geographic reach of niche instruction providers, allowing single-location operators to serve national audiences through video-based training. Free online tutorials and competitive digital content platforms create ongoing pricing pressure for specialized instruction businesses. State licensing requirements vary widely, with some program types requiring no formal authorization while others, such as CPR certification, operate under accreditor-specific training standards.
What's Included in This Industry
- Public speaking and presentation skills instruction
- Modeling school training and portfolio development
- Survival training and outdoor wilderness programs
- CPR, first aid, and safety certification courses
- Yoga instructor certification and wellness training
- Speed reading and study technique programs
- Bible study and religious instruction programs (non-degree)
- Personal development and self-improvement workshops
- Etiquette and professional image coaching
- Online and distance learning niche course delivery
NAICS Classification Hierarchy
| Level | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | Educational Services | 61 |
| Subsector | Educational Services | 611 |
| Industry Group | Other Schools and Instruction | 6116 |
| NAICS Industry | All Other Schools and Instruction | 61169 |
| National Industry | All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction | 611699 |
Related NAICS Codes
| Code | Description | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| 611610 | Fine Arts Schools | Fine Arts Schools share the non-academic enrichment instruction model, with some overlap in performing arts programs where modeling, acting, and presentation skill courses cross between fine arts and miscellaneous school classifications |
| 611620 | Sports and Recreation Instruction | Sports and Recreation Instruction shares the leisure enrichment category, with yoga instruction and outdoor survival training programs straddling the boundary between recreational sports coaching and miscellaneous school offerings |
| 611430 | Professional and Management Development Training | Professional and Management Development Training overlaps in public speaking and leadership skill courses, with management training firms offering similar presentation coaching and executive communication programs |
| 611691 | Exam Preparation and Tutoring | Exam Preparation and Tutoring competes for educational spending, though miscellaneous schools target personal enrichment and specialized skill development rather than academic test performance improvement |
| 813110 | Religious Organizations | Religious Organizations operate Bible study and religious education programs that share enrollment pools with non-degree Bible schools classified under this NAICS code |
| 611710 | Educational Support Services | Educational Support Services provide curriculum design, online platform tools, and accreditation consulting that miscellaneous schools contract for program delivery and institutional quality assurance |
Geographic Concentration
Top states by share of national establishments.
| # | State | % Est. | Total Est. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 15.7% | 1,171 |
| 2 | Florida | 7.9% | 591 |
| 3 | New York | 7.8% | 585 |
| 4 | Texas | 6.3% | 470 |
| 5 | Washington | 4.3% | 323 |
| 6 | Illinois | 3.7% | 279 |
| 7 | Colorado | 3.5% | 261 |
| 8 | Virginia | 3.0% | 222 |
| 9 | Pennsylvania | 3.0% | 221 |
| 10 | Massachusetts | 2.9% | 217 |
% Of Establishments
0%
16%
Source: County Business Patterns, U.S. Census Bureau[3]
SBA Lending Summary
1,016
Total SBA Loans
$377.6M
Total Loan Volume
$372K
Average Loan Size
11 yrs
Average Loan Term
10.22%
Average Interest Rate
8,712
Jobs Supported
Source: SBA 7(a) Program Data, U.S. Small Business Administration — FY 2025[4]
Key Insight: Per the SBA Table of Size Standards[7], All Other Miscellaneous Schools (NAICS 611699) has a size standard of $17 million in average annual receipts for federal contracting purposes. SBA lending programs[9] support program development, technology platform investment, and facility upgrades for qualifying educational operators. Eligible businesses can access SBA 7(a) loans[10] for working capital, equipment, and acquisition financing, while 504 loans[11] support major fixed-asset purchases including real estate and heavy machinery.
Top SBA Lenders
| # | Lender | Loans | Volume | Avg Loan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Huntington National Bank | 216 | $95.5M | $442K |
| 2 | Live Oak Banking Company | 40 | $74.7M | $1.9M |
| 3 | Wells Fargo Bank National Association | 128 | $44.9M | $351K |
| 4 | First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company | 8 | $25.8M | $3.2M |
| 5 | Old National Bank | 32 | $23.9M | $747K |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this industry.
What is the NAICS code for miscellaneous schools and specialized training?
NAICS 611699 covers miscellaneous schools offering instruction not classified elsewhere, including modeling, public speaking, survival training, CPR certification, and yoga instruction per the U.S. Census Bureau[5].
How many miscellaneous schools operate in the U.S.?
What is the SBA size standard for miscellaneous schools?
The SBA size standard[7] is $17 million in average annual receipts, determining eligibility for federal small business contracting programs and SBA lending products.
What types of programs do miscellaneous schools offer?
Programs include public speaking, modeling, survival training, speed reading, CPR and first aid certification, yoga instruction, Bible study, personal development, and etiquette coaching per Census Bureau[5] classification guidelines.
How are miscellaneous schools regulated?
State licensing requirements vary widely, with some program types requiring no formal authorization while others operate under accreditor-specific training standards per respective state educational regulatory agencies.
Who are the major operators in this classification?
Barbizon Modeling and Acting Centers has operated since 1939, while Toastmasters International maintains a worldwide public speaking network per Bureau of Labor Statistics[6] industry data. Most operators are small independent businesses.
How has online delivery affected miscellaneous schools?
Digital platforms have expanded geographic reach, allowing single-location operators to serve national audiences through video-based training, while free online tutorials create ongoing pricing pressure for specialized instruction businesses.
Is CPR certification included in this NAICS code?
CPR and first aid certification courses fall within NAICS 611699 when offered by dedicated training schools, operating under accreditor-specific standards such as American Heart Association and American Red Cross certification programs per Census Bureau[5] guidelines.
Sources & References
Government datasets and editorial sources used in this report.
- [1]U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages bls.gov
- [2]U.S. Census Bureau, Economic Census census.gov
- [3]U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns census.gov
- [4]U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA 7(a) Loan Program Data data.sba.gov
- [5]U.S. Census Bureau census.gov
- [6]Bureau of Labor Statistics bls.gov
- [7]SBA Table of Size Standards sba.gov
- [8]U.S. Census Bureau data.census.gov
- [9]SBA lending programs sba.gov
- [10]SBA 7(a) loans sba.gov
- [11]504 loans sba.gov
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