611610 — Fine Arts Schools
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in offering instruction in the arts, including dance, art, drama, and music.
Illustrative Examples
- Art (except commercial and graphic) instruction
- Music instruction (e.g., piano, guitar)
- Dance instruction
- Music schools (except academic)
- Dance studios
- Performing arts schools (except academic)
- Drama schools (except academic)
- Photography schools (except commercial photography)
- Fine arts schools (except academic)
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Establishments offering high school diplomas or academic degrees (i.e., even if they specialize in fine arts)
- are classified elsewhere in this subsector according to the type of school; and
- Establishments primarily engaged in offering courses in commercial and graphic arts and commercial
- photography are classified in U.S. Industry 611519, Other Technical and Trade Schools.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 611610 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Fine Arts Schools |
| SBA Size Standard | $9,000,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | 16,284 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 611000 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 61 → 611 → 6116 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual, Census CBP / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 7911 - Dance Studios, Schools, and Halls (via SIC1987:7911→NAICS1997:61161→2002:611610→2007:611610→2012:611610→2017:611610→2022:611610)
- SIC 8299 - Schools and Educational Services NEC (via SIC1987:8299→NAICS1997:61161→2002:611610→2007:611610→2012:611610→2017:611610→2022:611610)
Suggested Product Service Codes (Advisory)
The following Product Service Codes (PSCs) are advisory suggestions aligned with this NAICS code. Note: NAICS and PSC codes map to different dimensions of procurement (industry vs. product/service). There is no official binding 1:1 crosswalk.
- PSC M1CA — OPERATION OF SCHOOLS
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 611610:
- Sector 61 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Educational Services sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.
Related Industries in 6116
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 611610 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 611610 is 'Fine Arts Schools', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 61 (Educational Services); the SBA small-business size standard is $9,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 611610?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 611610 is $9,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 611610?
NAICS code 611610 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 7911 - Dance Studios, Schools, and Halls, 8299 - Schools and Educational Services NEC.