For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 434 students in Newton, MA.
The top-ranked public middle school in Newton, MA is Bigelow Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newton, MA public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in Newton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Newton, MA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bigelow Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
42 Vernon St
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-6800
Newton, MA 02458
(617) 559-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Newton, MA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Newton, MA include Bigelow Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Newton?
1 public middle schools are located in Newton.
What is the racial composition of students in Newton?
Newton public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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