Jackson Walnut Park School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked MA School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
Enrollment: 251 students
Yearly Tuition: $20,900
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Aug. 30 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-6

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Jackson Walnut Park School
Nursery	16
Pre-K	85
Kind	30
1	15
2	15
3	15
4	15
5	30
6	30

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Pre-K has 85 students making it the largest grade by far, well above Kindergarten and Grades 5-6 at 30 each.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Spanish and Mandarin

Year Founded

1967

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 11, 2027

School Motto

Love Learning, Love God, Love One Another

Student Body

Total Students

251 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

55%

State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

35 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

12 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Uniform

List of Courses Offered

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
American Montessori Society (AMS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / Aug. 30 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$20,900

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Tuition Notes

Tuition for Toddler and Preschool programs vary. Check website for further details.

Summer Program Cost Notes

Please check on jwpschools.org as program cost varies

% on Financial Aid

15%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$7,300

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Carolina Carvajal

Application URL

Online Application

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Flag FootballSoccer

Volleyball

Colors

Navy, Light blue, Red and white

School Mascot

Jaguar

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

20 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Action BusArt

Cardboard MakerspaceChess Wizards

Cinema KitchenClub

CookingFinance Club

Green Thumb ClubHomework Club

JAG AmbassadorsKarate

Peer LeadersPublic Speaking

Soccer ShotsVR & AR

Yoga

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Recreational Athletic Programs:

Athletics ClubDodgeball

Floor Hockey

School Notes

Celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2026, Jackson Walnut Park School focuses on creating the leaders of tomorrow by coupling academic excellence with a strong moral foundation. Alongside coursework, Elementary students complete service projects aimed at developing a desire to support and serve others. This focus helps ensure that when our sixth graders graduate, they do so with resilience, confidence, and character to make a meaningful impact in the next chapter of their education and beyond.
Serving children from 18 months through grade 6 with an accredited Montessori early childhood program along with a dynamic kindergarten through grade 6 independent elementary school.

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. "A vibrant, supportive community where families grow together, and lasting connections are made" -JWP Parent
Our robust, authentic, and accredited AMS Montessori program for children ages 18 months to 6 years is gently guided in discovering the world around them and within themselves. Through meaningful work, caring relationships, and joyful exploration, each child develops confidence, independence, and a deep love of learning. We meet children where they are and celebrate who they are becoming.Our nature-inspired playground is designed for exploration and gross motor development, while our teaching kitchen offers the opportunity to prepare healthy snacks.
Beyond the core courses, our students engage in STEAM workshops, music, visual arts, PE, Spanish, Mandarin, and Latin. With school-wide MAP test scores that are consistently above the 90th percentile in math, our graduates consistently gain acceptance to many of the most selective secondary schools in the Boston Area.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Jackson Walnut Park School cost?

Jackson Walnut Park School's tuition is approximately $20,900 for private students.

What schools are Jackson Walnut Park School often compared to?

Jackson Walnut Park School is often viewed alongside schools like Our Ladys Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Jackson Walnut Park School?

The acceptance rate of Jackson Walnut Park School is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 73%.

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 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.

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 and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Jackson Walnut Park School?

The application deadline for Jackson Walnut Park School is Jan. 15 / Aug. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 / Aug. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In 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

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 5/23/2025

We've had an outstanding experience with the Montessori Kindergarten program at Jackson Walnut Park School. The faculty are incredibly dedicated, nurturing, and skilled in supporting each child's academic, social, and emotional development. Our child has grown so much, building strong academic foundations while also developing confidence, independence, and a love for learning. The environment is calm, beautifully maintained, and thoughtfully designed to foster exploration and growth. Jackson Walnut Park is a truly special community where children are supported and inspired every day. We're so grateful to be part of it!

- Posted by Parent - JWP Parents

5 4/23/2020

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.

- Posted by Parent - JWP Parent

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Middlesex County, MA is $29,151 for elementary schools and $49,756 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Middlesex County, MA is 64% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).