Needham Public Schools
- NEEDHAM, MA
School District
Needham Public Schools
- NEEDHAM, MA
- Rating 4.3 out of 5 33 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade C+
- Teachersgrade A+
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A+
- Administrationgrade A
- Sportsgrade A+
- Foodgrade A
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade A
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
78%
Percent Proficient - Math
75%
Average Graduation Rate
97%
Average SAT
1320
687 responses
Average ACT
30
165 responses
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Students
Diversity
grade C+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
5,483
Free or Reduced Lunch
5.4%
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Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$90,119
Teachers in First/Second Year
16.8%
Finances
Expenses Per Student
$19,737 / student
National
$12,239- Cost of Livinggrade C+
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Housinggrade B minus
Median Household Income
$182,813
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,826
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$939,800
National
$244,900Needham Public Schools Reviews
Rating 4.3 out of 5 33 reviews
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Needham is a very friendly community that values education and takes it very seriously. The school prides its self on its high placement rates as well as its high graduation rates. The teachers range from experienced to fresh out of college however they all want to see you succeed as a student and do their best. For the most part the school culture is based primarily around academic achievement, most kids at Needham High School are looking to do well in the hopes of getting into a highly regarded college/university. The diversity of the school is poor due to its primarily white student body.
Have two kids who currently attend highly ranked LACs. Their teachers prepared them extremely well to handle the work load demanded by these colleges. Many who attend these colleges came from elite private schools (costing $50k a year)and I would put Needham high school right up there with them. Needham schools have a lot of support from the community. Sports are well regarded in the state, extra curricular activities come by the dozens and the student body respects one another. The one aspect of the school my kids did not care for was the over reaching and banality of the administration to placate to the 0.10% of the students. A great place to graduate from!
The education is very competitive and the student body cares a great deal about education. Most teachers are well informed on their subject and love to teach. A great deal of electives are offered in high school allowing students to explore and find new passions. There are some absolutely wonderful teachers who work in our school system. The facilities are generally nice as well.
The culture around education is quite toxic as students pit themselves against each other instead of working together. Teachers don't usually notice issues with students leaving other students responsible for alerting guidance if someone is struggling. Like at most high schools, the student government has no power whatsoever and students have no say in what administration does. There is an oddly specific focus on WWII. Every year we spend months on it even though we have done so since 3rd grade.
The culture around education is quite toxic as students pit themselves against each other instead of working together. Teachers don't usually notice issues with students leaving other students responsible for alerting guidance if someone is struggling. Like at most high schools, the student government has no power whatsoever and students have no say in what administration does. There is an oddly specific focus on WWII. Every year we spend months on it even though we have done so since 3rd grade.