Very Good
#444 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 25% in state
Newton Early Childhood Program
School · Newton
687 Watertown Street, Newton, MA 02460
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Newton
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#19 of 22
Newton
School environment
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Newton Early Childhood Program
Newton Early Childhood Program serves 185 preschool students at 687 Watertown Street in Newton, Massachusetts. This regular public school focuses exclusively on pre-kindergarten education, providing an intimate learning environment with a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio and 15 full-time equivalent teachers. The program has earned exceptional recognition, ranking #19 out of 1,796 schools statewide and placing in the 99th percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10.
This outstanding performance reflects the school's commitment to early childhood development and educational excellence during these crucial formative years. Newton Early Childhood Program operates within an affluent and highly educated community where 79% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding neighborhood in the 02460 ZIP code has a median household income of $149,000 and a median home value of $1,051,100, with only a 3.3% poverty rate among its 9,888 residents.
Families choosing this program benefit from the strong educational foundation it provides in preparing children for their academic journey ahead. The school is situated in Newton's small city setting, offering young learners access to quality early childhood education within a community that highly values educational achievement and family well-being.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 185 students, Newton Early Childhood Program is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Newton Early Childhood Program Compares
See how Newton Early Childhood Program performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
687 Watertown Street, Newton, MA 02460
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newton Early Childhood Program may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mason-Rice (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), which scores notably higher. Another option is F A Day Middle (rated 8.9/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Newtonville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Newton North High (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Newtonville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newton, see our Newton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Newton North High Newtonville | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Franklin West Newton | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Cabot Newtonville | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CLEARWAY SCHOOL Newton | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Henry Whittemore Elementary School Waltham | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Lincoln-Eliot Newton | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| LEARNING PREP SCHOOL West Newton | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Peirce West Newton | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Zervas Waban | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Cunniff Watertown | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Mason-Rice Newton Centre | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program Waltham | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Watertown High Watertown | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| MT ALVERNIA HIGH SCHOOL Newton | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,329
Median Home Value
$1,124,300
Median Rent
$2,606/mo
Population
10,033
College Educated
77.8%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
43.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Newton Early Childhood Program has a median household income of $154,329. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,124,300, with a median rent of $2,606/month. The local poverty rate of 3.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newton Early Childhood Program
What grades does Newton Early Childhood Program serve?
Newton Early Childhood Program serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Newton Early Childhood Program?
Newton Early Childhood Program has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newton Early Childhood Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Newton Early Childhood Program is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Newton Early Childhood Program rank in MA?
Newton Early Childhood Program is ranked #444 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Newton Early Childhood Program's MySchoolScout rating?
Newton Early Childhood Program has a composite rating of 7.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Newton Early Childhood Program a charter school?
No, Newton Early Childhood Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Newton Early Childhood Program a Title I school?
No, Newton Early Childhood Program is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 185
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (617) 559-6050
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Newton- District Enrollment
- 11,752
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,226
- District Rank
- #19 of 22
Other Schools in This District
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