Newton North High School, formerly Newton High School, is the larger and longer-established of two public high schools in Newton, Massachusetts, United States, the other being Newton South High School. It is located in the village of Newtonville.
Serving 2,096 students in grades 9-12, Newton North High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,096 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Newton North High serves the northern part of Newtonville, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 7.5 square miles. Most students can expect a 5-10 minute drive to school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Newton North High School's student population of 2,096 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 194 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,096 students
Total Classroom Teachers
194 teachers
Year Founded
1859
School Calendar
School Motto
The Newton North High School community believes that learning sustains the human spirit.
School Rankings
Newton North High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newton North High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#41 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
18%
8%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
57%
51%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Not explicitly provided.
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton North High School's ranking?
Newton North High School is ranked #41 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Newton North High School often compared to?
Newton North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newton North High School?
The graduation rate of Newton North High School is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Newton North High School?
2,096 students attend Newton North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Newton North High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton North High School?
Newton North High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newton North High School offer ?
Newton North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newton North High School part of?
Newton North High School is part of Newton School District.
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