Newton
11,632 Students
22 Schools
District Overview
Headquartered at 100 Walnut Street in Newtonville, Massachusetts, Newton Public Schools operates as an open, traditional public district serving a small city setting within the greater Boston-Cambridge-Newton metropolitan area. The district maintains 22 operational schools, providing a continuous educational pathway from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, alongside specialized ungraded programs. As an independent public district operating outside of a supervisory union or charter system, Newton offers a fully integrated learning environment accessible to local families, supported by central administrative operations and an active web presence at www.newton.k12.ma.us.
The district serves a vibrant student population of 11,632 learners, comprising 5,730 female students, 5,847 male students, and a culturally diverse community that includes 6,149 White, 2,524 Asian, 1,285 Hispanic, 1,057 multiracial, and 542 Black students. To deliver comprehensive instruction and individualized learning support, Newton employs a substantial workforce totaling over 4,301 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This robust staffing model is anchored by approximately 2,216 FTE teachers, complemented by over 540 instructional aides and nearly 1,545 support personnel, ensuring students receive dedicated academic and operational backing across every grade level.
The district serves a vibrant student population of 11,632 learners, comprising 5,730 female students, 5,847 male students, and a culturally diverse community that includes 6,149 White, 2,524 Asian, 1,285 Hispanic, 1,057 multiracial, and 542 Black students. To deliver comprehensive instruction and individualized learning support, Newton employs a substantial workforce totaling over 4,301 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This robust staffing model is anchored by approximately 2,216 FTE teachers, complemented by over 540 instructional aides and nearly 1,545 support personnel, ensuring students receive dedicated academic and operational backing across every grade level.
22
Total Schools
11,632
Total Students
2,216.2
Full-Time Teachers
5.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 6,149 |
| Hispanic | 1,285 |
| Black | 542 |
| Asian | 2,524 |
| Two or More | 1,057 |
| American Indian | 8 |
| Pacific Islander | 12 |
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White6,149 (53.1%)
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Asian2,524 (21.8%)
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Hispanic1,285 (11.1%)
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Two or More1,057 (9.1%)
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Black542 (4.7%)
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Pacific Islander12 (0.1%)
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American Indian8 (0.1%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 15 |
| Middle | 4 |
| High | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
School Map
District Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| District type: | Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union |
| Charter: | Not a charter district |
| Number of schools: | 22 |
| Students: | 11,632* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 2,216.2* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 5.2 |
Schools in Newton
Found 22 Schools
383 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
434 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
Elementary School K - 5th
Elementary School K - 5th
Elementary School K - 5th
713 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
369 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
860 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
Elementary School K - 5th
351 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
Elementary School K - 5th
336 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
321 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
342 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
173 Students
Pre Kindergarten Pre-K - Pre-K
2,096 Students
High School 9th - 12th
1,898 Students
High School 9th - 12th
649 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
Elementary School K - 5th
Elementary School K - 5th