For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 640 students in West Newton, MA (there are 2 private schools, serving 699 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 61% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in West Newton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in West Newton, MA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Peirce
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
170 Temple Street
West Newton, MA 02465
(617) 559-9630
West Newton, MA 02465
(617) 559-9630
Grades: K-5
| 238 students
Rank: #22.
Franklin
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
125 Derby Street
West Newton, MA 02465
(617) 559-9500
West Newton, MA 02465
(617) 559-9500
Grades: K-5
| 402 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in West Newton, MA?
How many public schools are located in West Newton, MA?
2 public schools are located in West Newton, MA.
What percentage of students in West Newton, MA go to public school?
48% of all K-12 students in West Newton, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in West Newton, MA?
West Newton, MA public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
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