For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,724 students in Newton, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 102 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Newton, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Newton, IA are Aurora Heights Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newton, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Newton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Newton, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aurora Heights Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
310 E 23rd St S
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7324
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7324
Gr: K-4 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
801 S 8th Ave West
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7311
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7311
Gr: K-4 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
112 Thomas Jefferson Dr
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-2498
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-2498
Gr: PK-4 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Newton Senior High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 E 4th St S
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-5797
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-5797
Gr: 9-12 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Berg Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1900 N 5th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7741
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7741
Gr: 5-8 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
Emerson Hough Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 N 4th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-3982
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-3982
Gr: K-4 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
West Academy Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1302 1st Avenue West
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-0335
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-0335
Gr: 10-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Newton, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1900 N 5th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7742
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7742
Gr: K-3 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Newton, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Newton, IA include Aurora Heights Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Newton?
7 public schools are located in Newton.
What percentage of students in Newton go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Newton are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Newton?
Newton public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Newton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Newton include: Thomas Jefferson Elementary School vs. Woodrow Wilson Elementary School, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School vs. Newton Senior High School, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School vs. Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
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