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#305 of 388 private schools in MA

Fusion Academy Newton

High School

320 NEEDHAM ST STE 100, Newton, MA 02464

Private

Enrollment

61

Student-Teacher

2.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#305 of 388

In Newton

#8 of 8

public schools

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Fusion Academy Newton

5.3/10

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About Fusion Academy Newton

Fusion Academy Newton is a private high school in Newton, MA. Fusion Academy Newton serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 2.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Fusion Academy Newton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #305 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares1.1 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 61 students, Fusion Academy Newton 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 2.6:1 students to teachers, Fusion Academy Newton sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Fusion Academy Newton 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

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How Fusion Academy Newton compares to the 3 public schools in Newton, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
2.6:1
This School
vs
10.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
61
This School
vs
309
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.3
This School
vs
7.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.5% vs 0%
Black 3.3% vs 0%
Asian 3.3% vs 0%
Fusion Academy Newton Newton Public Avg

All Schools in Newton

School Rating
Fusion Academy Newton (this school) 5.3
Newton Early Childhood Program 5.9
Bigelow Middle 9.1
Lincoln-Eliot 8.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 2.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.2 / 10
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School Day Length 5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 900
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 21%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Enrollment 61
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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)

White 88.5%
Two or More 4.9%
Black 3.3%
Asian 3.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

320 NEEDHAM ST STE 100, Newton, MA 02464

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fusion Academy Newton may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Newton South High (rated 9.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Needham High (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Needham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newton, see our Newton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HAPPY CHILD PRESCHOOL/DAY CARE CENTER Newton 0.3 mi
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Needham 0.4 mi
Countryside Newton Highlands 0.8 mi 8.2
William Mitchell Needham 1.3 mi 9.1
Zervas Waban 1.5 mi 6.9
John Eliot Needham 1.2 mi 9.3
Oak Hill Middle Newton Centre 1.3 mi 8.6
Needham High Needham 1.6 mi 8.7
Charles E Brown Middle Newton Centre 1.3 mi 9.4
A E Angier Waban 1.6 mi 9.8
SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Newton 1.5 mi 7.1
Broadmeadow Needham 1.9 mi 8.5
WELLAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newton 1.8 mi 8.1
Newton South High Newton Centre 1.6 mi 9.4
Mason-Rice Newton Centre 2.0 mi 8.6
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Needham 1.9 mi 4.7
Bowen Newton Centre 1.8 mi 7.3
SOLOMON SCHECHTEE DAY SCHOOL Newton 1.8 mi 6.1
Pollard Middle Needham 2.2 mi 8.7
Joseph E Fiske Wellesley 1.7 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,846

Median Home Value

$899,300

Median Rent

$2,407/mo

Population

3,730

College Educated

71.8%

Homeownership

60.3%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

41.5

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WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL OF MASSACHUSETTS BAY Belmont, MA 5.5
Community Academy Jamaica Plain, MA 5.6
Leominster Center for Excellence Leominster, MA 5.0
Taunton Alternative High School Taunton, MA 4.9
BERKSHIRE WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL Stockbridge, MA 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fusion Academy Newton

What grades does Fusion Academy Newton serve?

Fusion Academy Newton serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Fusion Academy Newton?

Fusion Academy Newton has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fusion Academy Newton?

The student-teacher ratio at Fusion Academy Newton is 2.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Fusion Academy Newton rank in MA?

Fusion Academy Newton ranks #305 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Fusion Academy Newton's MySchoolScout rating?

Fusion Academy Newton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Fusion Academy Newton a private school?

Yes, Fusion Academy Newton 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 Fusion Academy Newton a religious school?

No, Fusion Academy Newton is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
61
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Middlesex County

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