For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 604 students in West Newton, MA (there are 2 private schools, serving 663 private students). 48% of all K-12 students in West Newton, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in West Newton, MA are Peirce and Franklin. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Newton, MA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in West Newton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in West Newton, MA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Peirce
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
170 Temple Street
West Newton, MA 02465
(617) 559-9630
West Newton, MA 02465
(617) 559-9630
Grades: K-5
| 241 students
Rank: #22.
Franklin
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 Derby Street
West Newton, MA 02465
(617) 559-9500
West Newton, MA 02465
(617) 559-9500
Grades: K-5
| 363 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in West Newton, MA?
How many public schools are located in West Newton?
2 public schools are located in West Newton.
What percentage of students in West Newton go to public school?
48% of all K-12 students in West Newton are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in West Newton?
West Newton public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
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