Excellent
#179 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 10% in state
Oak Hill Middle
Middle School · Newton
130 Wheeler Road, Newton Centre, MA 02459
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#179 of 1,793
In Newton Centre
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#13 of 22
Newton
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Oak Hill Middle
Middle School in Newton Centre · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Oak Hill Middle
Oak Hill Middle is a public middle school in Newton Centre, MA, part of Newton. Oak Hill Middle serves approximately 648 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Hill Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #179 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Oak Hill Middle show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Oak Hill Middle
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- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 9.0
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Oak Hill Middle — Students at Oak Hill Middle score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 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: 7.6/10.
How Oak Hill Middle Compares
See how Oak Hill Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
130 Wheeler Road, Newton Centre, MA 02459
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oak Hill Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Memorial Spaulding (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Charles E Brown Middle (rated 9.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Newton South High (rated 9.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newton Centre, see our Newton Centre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Charles E Brown Middle Newton Centre | 0.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Newton South High Newton Centre | 0.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Countryside Newton Highlands | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Bowen Newton Centre | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Memorial Spaulding Newton Centre | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTEE DAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| WELLAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newton | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Mason-Rice Newton Centre | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| FUSION ACADEMY NEWTON Newton | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| BEAVER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| HAPPY CHILD PRESCHOOL/DAY CARE CENTER Newton | 1.5 mi | — |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Needham | 1.6 mi | — |
| THE CHESTNUT HILLSCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Zervas Waban | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| John Ward Newton Centre | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| B C CAMPUS SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 2.0 mi | — |
| MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY Chestnut Hill | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| BRIMMER & MAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| MT ALVERNIA HIGH SCHOOL Newton | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$214,941
Median Home Value
$1,336,200
Median Rent
$2,308/mo
Population
18,604
College Educated
84.3%
Homeownership
83.3%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hingham Middle School Hingham, MA | 8.6 |
| P Brent Trottier Southborough, MA | 8.6 |
| Thomas Blake Middle Medfield, MA | 8.6 |
| John F Kennedy Middle Waltham, MA | 8.7 |
| Marshall Simonds Middle Burlington, MA | 8.7 |
| Pollard Middle Needham, MA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak Hill Middle
What grades does Oak Hill Middle serve?
Oak Hill Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Oak Hill Middle?
Oak Hill Middle has an enrollment of approximately 648 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Hill Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Oak Hill Middle is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oak Hill Middle rank in MA?
Oak Hill Middle ranks #179 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Oak Hill Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Hill Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Oak Hill Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Hill Middle has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Oak Hill Middle a charter school?
No, Oak Hill Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oak Hill Middle a Title I school?
No, Oak Hill Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 648
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (617) 559-9200
Resources & Links
District
Newton- District Enrollment
- 11,752
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,226
- District Rank
- #13 of 22
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