The Newman School

247 Marlborough St Boston, MA 02116
www.newmanboston.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 235 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • The Newman School in Boston, MA, serves grades 7 through 12 with a total enrollment of 235 students in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
  • Founded in 1945, this coeducational secondary school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 41 teachers on staff.
  • Approximately 22% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within the Boston community.
  • The school is located in a large city locale and offers a regular academic program for middle and high school students.
  • Tuition costs align with Boston's average private high school rates, providing a local option for families seeking grades 7–12 private education.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 235 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1945

Student Body

Total Students
235 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for The Newman School?
The application deadline for The Newman School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Boston, MA is $33,082 for elementary schools and $40,580 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Boston, MA is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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