For the 2026 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 Schechter Boston, Solomon Schechter Day School, and Wellan Montessori School.
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 (2026)
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 Schechter Boston, Solomon Schechter Day School, and Wellan Montessori School.
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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