Jackson Walnut Park School

Jackson Walnut Park School is a Montessori early childhood program and growth-centered elementary experience, serving 18-month-old children through sixth graders.
Inspired by the values of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Boston - kindness, compassion, respect, and courtesy - Jackson Walnut Park School prepares and empowers students for lives of peace and service to others, learning to love God, themselves, and each other.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
  • Enrollment: 285 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $18,950
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 12 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Jackson Walnut Park School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

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School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
285 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Jackson Walnut Park School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
15 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 12 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition for Toddler and Preschool programs vary. Check website for further details
Summer Program Cost Notes
Please check on jwpschools.org
Admissions Director
Amanda Donigan Gibbs

Sports

Total Sports Offered
1 sport

School Notes

  • Jackson Walnut Park School is a vibrant learning community that nurtures and educates the whole child. We foster curiosity and independence in our youngest students and promote competence, compassion, resilience, and leadership qualities as students grow. JWP is a Catholic school community in which teachers model and encourage our values of kindness, compassion, respect, and courtesy.
  • Our authentic, accredited Montessori curriculum instills a love of learning in a collaborative environment. This experience prepares Walnut Park toddlers and preschoolers for the challenging, discovery-based program of study they'll encounter at Jackson Elementary.
  • Students' intellectual, spiritual, and social development seeded at JWP carries with them well beyond their middle and high school years. This is our goal - to help establish foundations of empathy, strength, and confidence that will last a lifetime, benefiting the communities, families, and professions each JWP graduate will eventually serve.
  • For these reasons and more, Jackson Walnut Park School is honored to have been recognized as the Best Faith-Based Elementary School and Best Montessori Preschool by the Boston Parents Paper Family Favorite Awards.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Jackson Walnut Park School cost?
Jackson Walnut Park School's tuition is approximately $18,950 for private students.
What schools are Jackson Walnut Park School often compared to?
Jackson Walnut Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Our Ladys Academy by visitors of our site.
Does Jackson Walnut Park School offer a summer program?
Yes, Jackson Walnut Park School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Jackson Walnut Park School offer?
Jackson Walnut Park School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
What is Jackson Walnut Park School's ranking?
Jackson Walnut Park School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Jackson Walnut Park School?
The application deadline for Jackson Walnut Park School is Jan. 12 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 12 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
What neighborhood is Jackson Walnut Park School located?
Jackson Walnut Park School is located in the Nonantum neighborhood of Newton, MA. There are 2 other private schools located in Nonantum.

School Reviews

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I give because "I feel warm here" was the first impression of our older son who transferred to Jackson School in the middle of 4th grade. This is a school that not only provides rigorous academic curriculum, rich art, and music programs, fun and learning extracurricular activities but also embeds high moral values such as integrity, courage, respect, fairness, honesty, and compassion in daily school life. It is a great inclusive community that we are grateful to be part of.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
  • Enrollment: 285 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $18,950
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 12 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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