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Best West Newton Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 585 students in West Newton, MA (there are , serving 667 private students). 47% 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 66% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in West Newton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in West Newton, MA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peirce
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
170 Temple Street
West Newton, MA 02465
(617) 559-9630
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Franklin
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
125 Derby Street
West Newton, MA 02465
(617) 559-9500
Gr: K-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in West Newton, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in West Newton, MA include Peirce and Franklin.
How many public schools are located in West Newton?
2 public schools are located in West Newton.
What percentage of students in West Newton go to public school?
47% of all K-12 students in West Newton are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in West Newton?
West Newton public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

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