Average
#245 of 388 private schools in MA
Clearway School
High School
573 B WASHINGTON ST, Newton, MA 02458
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#245 of 388
In Newton
#7 of 8
public schools
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About Clearway School
Clearway School is a private high school in Newton, MA. Clearway School serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Clearway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #245 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Clearway School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.5:1 students to teachers, Clearway School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Clearway School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Clearway School compares to the 3 public schools in Newton, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Newton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clearway School (this school) | 5.8 |
| Lincoln-Eliot | 8.8 |
| Bigelow Middle | 9.1 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program | 5.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
573 B WASHINGTON ST, Newton, MA 02458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clearway School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Newton North High (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Newtonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MT ALVERNIA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newton, see our Newton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln-Eliot Newton | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Cabot Newtonville | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newton | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Underwood Newton Corner | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| MT ALVERNIA HIGH SCHOOL Newton | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Newton North High Newtonville | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Bigelow Middle Newton | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Watertown High Watertown | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Watertown Middle Watertown | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Cunniff Watertown | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| PERKINS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Watertown | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Mason-Rice Newton Centre | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| John Ward Newton Centre | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| James Russell Lowell Watertown | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| WELLAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newton | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,782
Median Home Value
$1,116,600
Median Rent
$2,313/mo
Population
13,308
College Educated
76.1%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERKSHIRE WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL Stockbridge, MA | 5.8 |
| VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL North Brookfield, MA | 5.8 |
| ARLINGTON SCHOOL Belmont, MA | 5.7 |
| ANCHOR ACADEMY Middleboro, MA | 5.9 |
| Community Academy Jamaica Plain, MA | 5.6 |
| MESIVTA HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER BOSTON Brighton, MA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clearway School
What grades does Clearway School serve?
Clearway School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Clearway School?
Clearway School has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clearway School?
The student-teacher ratio at Clearway School is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Clearway School rank in MA?
Clearway School ranks #245 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Clearway School's MySchoolScout rating?
Clearway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Clearway School a private school?
Yes, Clearway School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Clearway School a religious school?
No, Clearway School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (617) 964-6186
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