For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,527 students in 02459, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,164 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 02459, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02459, MA are John Ward, Mason-rice and Newton South High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02459 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02459, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02459, MA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
John Ward
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10 Dolphin Rd
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-6450
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-6450
Grades: K-5
| 194 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Mason-rice
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
149 Pleasant Street
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-9570
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-9570
Grades: K-5
| 332 students
Rank: #33.
Newton South High School
Magnet School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
140 Brandeis Road
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-6700
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-6700
Grades: 9-12
| 1,837 students
Rank: #44.
Charles E Brown Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
125 Meadowbrook Rd
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-6900
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-6900
Grades: 6-8
| 750 students
Rank: #55.
Oak Hill Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
130 Wheeler Road
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-9200
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-9200
Grades: 6-8
| 657 students
Rank: #66.
Memorial Spaulding
Magnet School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
250 Brookline Street
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-9600
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-9600
Grades: K-5
| 397 students
Rank: #77.
Bowen
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
280 Cypress Street
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-9330
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 559-9330
Grades: K-5
| 360 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02459, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02459, MA include John Ward, Mason-rice and Newton South High School.
How many public schools are located in 02459?
7 public schools are located in 02459.
What percentage of students in 02459 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 02459 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02459?
02459 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
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