Serving 565 students in grades 6-8, Newton Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newton Middle serves the southwest part of Hacienda Heights, CA, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 1.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newton Middle School's student population of 565 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
565 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2022
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newton Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3375 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton Middle School's ranking?
Newton Middle School is ranked #3375 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Newton Middle School often compared to?
Newton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orange Grove Middle School, Mesa Robles by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Newton Middle School?
565 students attend Newton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Newton Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton Middle School?
Newton Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Newton Middle School offer ?
Newton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Newton Middle School part of?
Newton Middle School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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