Excellent
#16 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 1% in state
Newman Elementary
Elementary School · Needham
1155 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 02492
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
698
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#16 of 1,793
In Needham
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Needham
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Newman Elementary
Elementary School in Needham · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Newman Elementary
Newman Elementary is a public elementary school in Needham, MA, part of Needham. Newman Elementary serves approximately 698 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Newman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #16 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Newman Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.9
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Newman Elementary — Students at Newman Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Newman Elementary Compares
See how Newman Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1155 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 02492
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newman Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John Eliot (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is William Mitchell (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Joseph E Fiske (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Wellesley), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Needham, see our Needham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| High Rock School Needham | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Sunita L. Williams Elementary Needham | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Needham | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Needham High Needham | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| WALKER SCHOOL Needham | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| John Eliot Needham | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Pollard Middle Needham | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Wellesley Sr High Wellesley | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| TENACRE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wellesley | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Joseph E Fiske Wellesley | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL OF WELLESLEY HILLS Wellesley Hls | 2.1 mi | — |
| Preschool at Wellesley Schools Wellesley | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| William Mitchell Needham | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Chickering Dover | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| DANA HALL SCHOOL Wellesley | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Hunnewell Wellesley | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Schofield Wellesley | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Wellesley Middle Wellesley | 2.3 mi | 9.6 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Needham | 2.3 mi | — |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Wellesley | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02492 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$222,063
Median Home Value
$1,177,300
Median Rent
$2,256/mo
Population
21,481
College Educated
84.1%
Homeownership
90.7%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Joseph Estabrook Lexington, MA | 9.6 |
| Bowman Lexington, MA | 9.5 |
| Eliot K-8 Innovation School Boston, MA | 9.7 |
| Lawrence Brookline, MA | 9.5 |
| Warren-Prescott K-8 School Charlestown, MA | 9.4 |
| Bancroft Elementary Andover, MA | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newman Elementary
What grades does Newman Elementary serve?
Newman Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Newman Elementary?
Newman Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 698 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newman Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Newman Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Newman Elementary rank in MA?
Newman Elementary ranks #16 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Newman Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Newman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Newman Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Newman Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Newman Elementary a charter school?
No, Newman Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Newman Elementary a Title I school?
No, Newman Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 698
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.4%
- Phone
- (781) 455-0416
Resources & Links
District
Needham- District Enrollment
- 5,541
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,189
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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