611630 — Language Schools
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in offering foreign language instruction (including sign language). These establishments are designed to offer language instruction ranging from conversational skills for personal enrichment to intensive training courses for career or educational opportunities.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Offering academic courses that may also offer language instruction--are classified according to type of
- school; and
- Providing translation and interpretation services--are classified in Industry 541930, Translation and
- Interpretation Services.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 611630 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Language Schools |
| SBA Size Standard | $20,500,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | 1,558 (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 8299 - Schools and Educational Services NEC (via SIC1987:8299→NAICS1997:61163→2002:611630→2007:611630→2012:611630→2017:611630→2022:611630)
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 611630:
- 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 611630 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 611630 is 'Language Schools', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 61 (Educational Services); the SBA small-business size standard is $20,500,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 611630?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 611630 is $20,500,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 611630?
NAICS code 611630 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 8299 - Schools and Educational Services NEC.