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Newton South High School

#7 in Best Public High Schools in Massachusetts
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Newton Centre, MA
  • 255 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      B-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      A-
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    Newton South High School is a top rated, public school located in Newton Centre, MA. It has 1,851 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1. According to state test scores, 95% of students are at least proficient in math and 97% in reading.
    About Newton South High School...
    School District
    Newton Public Schools
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    Address
    140 Brandeis Rd
    Newton Centre, MA 02459
    Telephone
    (617) 559-6500
    Website
    newton.k12.ma.us/nshs
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    Newton South High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    97%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    95%
    Average Graduation Rate
    99%
    Average SAT
    1340
    599 responses
    Average ACT
    31
    157 responses
    AP Enrollment
    29%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C-
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      C+
    Area Feel
    Urban Suburban Mix
    Median Household Income
    $136,869
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,331
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $848,356
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    87%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.31 responses
    Poll
    71%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.31 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 57 responses
    Report
    • Prom. South lacks real traditions.
      23%
    • Passing time.
      18%
    • South lacks any true traditions
      16%
    • Powder Puff
      11%
    • Snow days
      9%
    • What traditions?
      7%
    • Caroling
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,851
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    9%
    97%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.39 responses
    90%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.39 responses
    72%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.39 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    12:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $70,155
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    5.3%
    61%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.46 responses
    76%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.46 responses
    59%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.46 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    High
    Expenses Per Student
    $21,931/ year
    National
    $12,239
    86%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.49 responses
    47%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.49 responses
    73%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.49 responses
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    The school has prepared me very well for college and I find enjoyment in most of my classes. I have gotten 10 years worth of stress in 4 years...but I guess I'm prepared for college! In all seriousness, I find that most of the teachers are very well qualified, enthusiastic, and eager to interact with their students. The administration, on the other hand, is quite passive regarding any student complaints. The food is definitely not good in any way; when I was there, South had pipe burst issues, rat infestation issues, and wifi issues. Considering the amount of tax money the Newton county provides to the schools and considering the state of Newton North High School, I think the health and safety standards could definitely be improved. Overall, as a student, I feel as though I had a variety of very well educated teachers from a variety of backgrounds that were able to widen my view on all topics and matters.
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    Newton South High School is very good school! My Older son went there and my younger son is senior this year. The school is very good academically and teachers are involved and very professional. The school is great for activities and different clubs that keeps students connected, The school should have more diversity. Overall is a great school!
    Everyone tells you that high school is all about "finding yourself," but at Newton South High School, that's not just a saying, but the culture. The diverse extracurricular activities, extensive class options, amazing faculty, and large class sizes ensure that it's easy to feel like you belong somewhere within our school community. The class levels at our school make sure that every kid is learning at the right pace, despite the rigorous academics our school is known for. The school truly wants each and every one of its students to succeed in the future, which means that in addition to being academically equipped, the school reinforces the importance of responsibility and independence by allowing students to have freedoms while also control over their schedule so that they understand the consequences or benefits of their choices parallel to the way they would be reflected in college, careers, or just general adult life.