High Schools in Newton

The Newton school district is home to two exceptional high schools, Newton North High and Newton South High, both of which consistently rank among the top high schools in Massachusetts. These schools demonstrate exceptional academic performance, with MCAS test scores well above the state average in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

Newton South High stands out as one of the top-performing high schools in the state, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and a 98.7% four-year graduation rate. Newton North High is also a high-performing school, ranking in the top 36 high schools in Massachusetts and receiving a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, with a 96.4% four-year graduation rate.

Both schools demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting their students, as evidenced by their extremely low dropout rates. Additionally, the similar spending per student and student-teacher ratios at the two schools suggest that the Newton school district is allocating resources equitably across its high schools, ensuring that all students have access to a high-quality education.