What grades does Newton South High serve?

Newton South High operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Newton Centre area.

Where is Newton South High located?

Newton South High is a urban school in Newton Centre, MA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Newton South High?

The student-teacher ratio at Newton South High is 12.4:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Newton Centre, MA?

Schools in Newton Centre include Newton South High and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Newton Centre area.

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,861

Student:Teacher

12.4:1

Locale

Urban

District

Newton

Phone

(617)559-6700

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

88%

98th percentile in MA

Math Proficiency

87%

100th percentile in MA

Graduation Rate

>=99%

Chronic Absenteeism

13.4%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

21 courses offered

557 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

614 test takers

Athletics

31 sports, 63 teams

1,341 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.2:1

Near average in MA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,837

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

156.1

91% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

2.7

Social Workers

2.55

Nurses

School Resource Officers

0.25

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$27,226

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$17,623

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$29,749

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 3%State 20%Local 77%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$713,764

+1.6% 1yr+31.0% 5yr

Boston, MA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

11.9%

Below 150% poverty line

4.4%

Unemployment rate

2.5%

Uninsured residents

6.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,164

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,066

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Autism

461 (22%)

Specific Learning Disability

446 (22%)

Other Health Impairment

423 (20%)

Emotional Disturbance

278 (13%)

Speech/Language Impairment

175 (8%)

Intellectual Disability

68 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,898

Current enrollment

Stable(-4% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Newton South High

Newton South High currently enrolls 1,861 students across High grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in MA.

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