For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 1,165 students in 02459, MA (there are 7 public schools, serving 4,511 public students). 21% of all K-12 students in 02459, MA are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 02459, MA include Wellan Montessori School, Solomon Schechter Day School, and Schechter Boston.
The average acceptance rate is 77%, which is higher than the Massachusetts private school average acceptance rate of 71%.
67% of private schools in 02459, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish).
Top Ranked 02459 Massachusetts Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
80 Crescent Avenue
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 969-4488
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 969-4488
Gr: PK-8 | 320 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Schechter Boston![Schechter Boston Photo]( "Schechter Boston Photo")
(Jewish)
60 Stein Circle
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 928-9100
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 928-9100
Gr: NS-8 | 446 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition listed
Solomon Schechter Day School
(Jewish)
125 Wells Ave
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 928-9100
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 928-9100
Gr: K-8 | 399 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 02459, MA?
The top ranked private schools in 02459, MA include Wellan Montessori School, Solomon Schechter Day School, and Schechter Boston.
How many private schools are located in 02459?
3 private schools are located in 02459.
What percentage of students in 02459 go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in 02459 are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 02459?
67% of private schools in 02459 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish).
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