Newton Early Childhood Program serves 185 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton Early Childhood Program ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Newton Early Childhood Program's student population of 185 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Newton Early Childhood Program is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
7%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
39%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Newton Early Childhood Program?
185 students attend Newton Early Childhood Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Newton Early Childhood Program students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newton Early Childhood Program?
Newton Early Childhood Program has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newton Early Childhood Program offer ?
Newton Early Childhood Program offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Newton Early Childhood Program part of?
Newton Early Childhood Program is part of Newton School District.
In what neighborhood is Newton Early Childhood Program located?
Newton Early Childhood Program is located in the Nonantum neighborhood of Newtonville, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Nonantum.
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